Trees are an important part of the ecosystem. They provide oxygen, shade, and also protect soil from erosion and flooding. Trees can live a long time too - over 200 years! So what is the tree life cycle? Is there one? The answer to this question has many parts. In this blog post we will explore all stages of trees' lives as they grow from seed to becoming a beautiful shade-providing fixture in our environment! The Tree Life Cycle from Seed to Shade Did you know that seeds grow into saplings only to be cut down and turned into paper for your notebook or scrapbook? As the tree matures, it may produce flowers and fruit. The seeds from these fruits are spread by wildlife or humans who enjoy eating them as well! When a mature tree dies, decomposition begins with fungi breaking down the tough woody tissues into simpler compounds that can be used to form new soil. This is how trees take nutrients back up into their roots for future growth! The life cycle of a tree isn't … [Read more...]

The Life Cycle of Fungi? When most people think of fungi, they think it’s just one thing that can grow in different places. However, there are more than 90,000 other fungi species in existence. Although some fungi look like plants, they’re not plants, and there’s a lot about fungi that sets them apart from other living and breathing things on the planet. If you’d like to learn more about fungi, such as how they develop and spread, you’re in the right place. What Is a Fungus? Fungus is an organism classified as a Eukaryote. It has a nuclear membrane and nucleus. It produces spores and is commonly found outdoors, especially on trees and logs in forests and other areas with lots of foliage. While fungus often develops and spreads outdoors, that isn’t the only place where you can find it. It’s not uncommon to find fungus in the home, including on old, spoiled food. Fungi have cells similar to plants and animals, which eliminates them from being classified as … [Read more...]

In this article we will discuss the life cycle of a fly, and what happens to them from egg to death. There is a lot of information about these pesky creatures that many people don't know! The housefly is one of the most common flies found in North America. They are attracted to garbage cans, pet food bowls, and any other area where there might be leftovers or rotting food. The life cycle of a fly is an interesting and fascinating process. In this blog post, we will explore the entire life cycle of a fly from when it first hatches to when it dies. The housefly or Musca domestica is just one type of fly that has many different stages in its life cycle. We will go into detail about what happens throughout each stage and how flies reproduce so quickly! Why do people seem to hate flies so much? A swarm of houseflies can be annoying, but they will never stop in the quest for food. Flies are one of the most successful animals on Earth and have been around since at least 400 … [Read more...]