New free online course about insects in the garden
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EmailSign up to receive six lessons by email about insect identification and their roles.
Michigan State University Extension is excited to announce a new learning opportunity about basic insect identification and a selection of fascinating insects found in the garden. These introductory level lessons are designed for anyone interested in learning more about six-legged organisms that live in a variety of habitats.
The first two lessons are an introduction to insect features and characteristics that define different insect groups. Lesson 3 profiles a beneficial beetle that lives at ground level and beneath the soil. Lesson 4 profiles predators that live above ground on plants (Photo 1). Lesson 5 highlights flies that mimic bees. Lesson 6 offers tips to keep these beneficial insects in your garden.
After signing up, you will receive the first lesson by email. The remaining lessons will be emailed weekly. Most lessons include resources to help you continue the journey of learning more about the insect life cycle and insect behaviors. After concluding the final lesson, you will receive an evaluation to find out how you used the information from the course.
Whether you are a passionate gardener or just someone curious to learn more about who’s visiting plants outdoors, this course will provide you with lots of great information about Michigan insects.
