Bugs Below Zero follows researches at the University of Minnesota and other academic institutions throughout the state in their investigations of winter-active aquatic insects. The goal is to discover life-cycle dynamics of non-biting midges, stoneflies, mayflies, and caddisflies. These insects are all able to survive winter in streams and can often be found on snowbanks during winter.
Program name
Minnesota Sea Grant
Location
Statewide
State
Minnesota
Partners
University of Minnesota, Department of Agricultural Education, Communication and Marketing; Belwin Conservancy; Bell Museum
Project Topics
Climate/Weather
Species Monitoring/Conservation/Phenology
Project Website