WRDSB launches Backyard Bug Blitz

By Christine Clark

From bees to butterflies and ants to arachnids, the Waterloo Region District School Board is encouraging its students to get outside this week and take note of what small creatures they find.

The school board has launched its Backyard Bug Blitz officially running Monday, May 25 through to Friday, May 29.

Children are encouraged to download a form from the board’s website and submit their findings online.

The WRDSB says this is a great opportunity for kids to learn about the key role bugs play in the functioning of our ecosystems, such as waste removal and pollination services.

A release from the WRDSB Outdoor Education Department reads, “Having our students and families identify the bugs in our region will tell us more about the distribution of these creatures in our area.”

Anyone who submits their findings will receive a certificate of appreciation.

 

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