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Dragonflyer Newsletter #50

Posted on August 15, 2014 by Rick Murphy

Dragonflyer volume 50PR

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Did you know that pollinators, such as birds, bats, and insects are responsible for pollinating more than 75% of flowering plant species? This includes several native Texas plants, even the the famous and beloved bluebonnet (Lupinus texensis)! Here are 7 ways you can help pollinators: .

Pollinator facts and figures taken from:
Bluebonnet information can be found at: https://wildflower.org/magazine/native-plants/…
To learn more about various pollinators and pollinator conservation, especially insects, visit: https://xerces.org/pollinator-conservation/…

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Looking for something fun to do while learning about the night sky in a rare native prairie near the metroplex? This is your chance! Join the Fort Worth Astronomical Society at Tandy Hills Natural Area on July 9th, 2022 at 8PM for a Star Party. This event is family/kid/beginner friendly and a great opportunity to learn more about astronomy from one of the first and largest astronomy clubs in the US!

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NTMN: Land Owner Workshop (but not just for land owners!) July 16th - https://mailchi.mp/6d0e98f07db9/…

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