Studying Bugs!

Last week in science, we did experiments with bugs to determine their preferred environment. Since all biomes have special sunlight, soil, temperature and precipitation conditions, we wanted to find out what conditions these critters would choose.

First, we set up bug runs with three types of soil: dry, moist and wet. We observed the darkling beetles and isopods to see where they went. At the end of the experiment, we concluded that beetles prefer dry soil and isopods like to be where it's wet.

Next, we did an experiment to find out if they prefer a light or dark environment. We found out that both isopods and beetles prefer a dark environment.

Working together in groups was so important during these activities. Everyone learned how important it was to cooperate, listen carefully to directions, compromise with group members and help each other stay on task.