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February 11, 2025

Grasshoppers and Crickets Added to Process Dead Grass

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With miniBIOTA established but carrying too much dead grass and detritus, 20 grasshoppers and 7 crickets were added to increase herbivory. The goal was to see whether a stronger insect layer could consume aging plant material and visibly transform the landscape over the following weeks.

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Earlier New Insects Added to Ecosystem Later Grasshoppers Added to Prevent Dead Grass Buildup
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