
An informational podcast covering all things insect and arthropod, hosted by a master in entomology! Join me every week to learn something new from notable species to broad topics and lore! You can support the show and get extra episodes here: patreon.com/user?u=46499107 Email: Insectsfordummies@gmail.com
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 159 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NatureScienceSociety & Culture | |||

This week we're tackling one of the most misunderstood insects in the world — the cranefly. You probably know them as daddy longlegs, mosquito hawks, or that thing that's been bouncing off your ceiling for the past twenty minutes, but almost everythi... more
Explore the world of dragon-headed katydids (genus Lesina), canopy-dwelling insects that mimic dried leaves and thorny growths with dramatic, dragon-like heads and powerful mandibles. This episode covers their appearance, nocturnal behavior, diet, an... more
Explore the eerie world of internal insect dwellers in this episode of Insects for Fun. From the twisted-wing Strepsiptera that spend their entire lives inside hosts to the tiny thread-footed mites of the Tarsinemidae family inhabiting tracheae, repr... more
In this episode of Insects for Fun, we investigate species that survive conditions that seem lethal—freezing solid, near-total dehydration, oxygen starvation, and dangerously small, isolated populations. These insects persist through unique physiolog... more
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This podcast is actually so fun and incredibly informative. I love it so much and you can tell a lot of work goes into it!
Your podcast is amazing I love bugs and arachnids you are AMAZING
I listened to two and I can already tell it’s awesome I love bugs so this is for me
I am 12 years old and this is amazing to listen to and I love this keep up the good work:3
Amazing show! Would love to learn about scorpions!
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A concise, bite-sized science podcast about insects and arthropods, mixing field-study anecdotes with practical biology and lore. Episodes highlight unusual species, camouflage, mating behaviors, ecological roles, and historical connections, often tying in citizen science, conservation, and real-world applications. The host's engaging, approachable style and emphasis on accessible explanations make it a good fit for curious listeners, students, and professionals seeking quick, entertaining updates in entomology. A notable strength is the concise ~10-minute format paired with thorough, well-researched content and a strong community around Patreon support and ongoing education.
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