A collection of little tales told by Norfolk's Bug Man, Dr Ian Bedford about the good, the bad, the ugly and the beautiful bugs of Britain, providing information on the amazing world of bugs and their vital roles in sustaining ecosystems and their biodiversity in our countryside and gardens.
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In this episode Dr Ian Bedford tells the tale of the tiny black beetles that gather within garden flowers to harmlessly eat pollen each year. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
Many billions of North America's periodical Cicadas from 2 distinct broods will jointly emerge to mate this April. The tale of this 'every 221 year event' will be told in this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!...
Did you know that Bumblebees can be seen foraging during winter? and gardeners can help them to survive. The tale is told in this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
In this episode we hear the fascinating story of the Winter Moths and their larvae which are an essential food source for the Springtime Blue Tit chicks! Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
Is it a bird? is it a plane? No.. its the whitefly superbug! Dr Ian Bedford tells the tale of this destructive little critter and just what makes it so super. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
This episode of The Bug Tales Podcast covers the plant pests which may be laying dormant in our gardens and the natural methods we can use to control them. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
Join Dr Ian Bedford in the battle to preserve our winter knitwear as he tells the tale of the pesky Clothes Moth. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
In this festive episode Dr Ian Bedford, instead of bringing us some figgy pudding tells us the fascinating tale of the fig wasp. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
In this episode of The Bug Tales Podcast we hear all about the fascinating world of ants. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
This week Dr Ian Bedford tells us about the vast number of important garden creatures living within the warmth of our microbe-rich compost heaps. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
Welcome to The Bug Tales Podcast with Dr Ian Bedford In this episode The Bug Man tells us about the remarkable evolution of the Vapourer Moth. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
In this weeks episode, Norfolk's Bug Man tells us all about the Fuchsia Gall Mite. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
This week it's the turn of the Cabbage Whitefly. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
Join Dr Ian as we learn about the common little garden pest known as the Black Vine Weevil. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
Welcome to another Bug Tales episode! This week we learn about the Red Admiral butterfly. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
Join Norfolk's Bug Man this week as he tells us all about Allium Leaf Miners. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
Welcome back to The Bug Tales Podcast! Join Norfolk's Bug Man as he tells us about the notorious Harlequin ladybird. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
In this episode Dr Ian tells us all about the fascinating life of the Ivy Mining Bee. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
From bullet-proof cloth to cancer medication and so much more. Dr Ian Bedford gives us some insight on what we are learning from these amazing creatures that have been around for over 300 million years. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!...
In this episode we learn about the spectacular Hummingbird Hawkmoth. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
The destructive Box Tree Moth is a newcomer to gardens all over Britain, but how did it get here? and what can we do to stop it? The Bug Man, Dr Ian Bedford has recorded this marvellous vignette to enlighten us. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!...
This week Dr Ian tells us about the insects we might find taking refuge in our homes over the cold winter months. Should we be worried? Download this latest episode of The Bug Tales Podcast to find out. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!...
In this Autumnal episode we learn about the mealybug and how we can spot and deal with an infestation on our fleshy leafed house plants. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
Feared throughout history, Locusts are known for their ability to create apocalyptic-looking swarms on certain parts of the globe, Dr. Ian is on hand to put our minds at ease and tell us all about this big species of cricket. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening...
In this episode, Norfolk's Bug Man tells us about a common, sap feeding critter known as the Woolly Apple Aphid. Stick the kettle on and listen as Dr. Ian tell us about these fluffy little critters and how they can easily be controlled in our gardens. Tell us what you think of the podcast and any topics you might like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBe...
This week on The Bug Tales Podcast, Dr Ian tells us all about Britain's largest solitary wasp... the Beewolf. Tell us what you think of the podcast or any topics you would like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
With Summer almost over and the cold weather descending upon us, you might be wondering what happens to the butterflies as they slowly disappear from our gardens.. Dr Ian Bedford tells us how butterflies are affected by winter and what we can do to help them. Tell us what you think of the podcast or any topics you would like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @...
As Autumn approaches we settle down with a hot cup of cocoa and listen to the bug man tell us all about this awesome arachnid. Tell us what you think of the podcast or any topics you would like us to cover in future episodes by following this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
This week its the turn of the Painted Lady. Listen to Dr Ian as he tells us all about the life cycle and decline of this spectacular butterfly. If you have a topic you would like us to cover in future episodes or if you have any general questions or comments please follow this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
This week Dr Ian is itching to tell us all about the pesky mosquito. If you have a topic you would like us to cover in future episodes or if you have any general questions or comments please follow this link: bit.ly/BugTalesRequests Alternatively you can contact us at TheBugTalesPodcast@gmail.com or follow Dr Ian on Twitter @DrIanBedford Thanks for listening!
