Into the Garden - Plant Trickery — The Secret Communication Between Plants and Animals

Delve into the fascinating world of plant-animal communication in this 32-minute virtual event hosted by Scientist in Every Florida School and Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County. Uncover the secret language between plants and animals, exploring topics such as pitcher plants, chemical communication, bee trickery, and plant recovery. Learn about insect antennas, smell, and testing methods from expert scientists. Gain insights into becoming an entomologist, the future of pesticide use, and the daily life of researchers in this field. Discover the intriguing concept of plant trickery and how it impacts ecosystems. Access accompanying K-12 resources and extension activities to further enhance your understanding of this captivating subject.

Introduction
Pitcher Plant
Chemical Communication
Bee Trickery
Plant Recovery
Plant Trickery
Insect Antennas
Insect Smell
Testing Insects
Questions
When did you realize you could be a scientist
What is a parasitoid
How did scientists first find out
Who outsmarts whom
How to contact Roxanne
How long before we stop using chemical pesticides
What do you need to become an entomologist
A typical day for you
Advice for students