Backyard Bugs

Insects serve so many important roles: pollinators give us food, worms keep our soil healthy, spiders control pests, and butterflies and moths bring us exceptional beauty. Their presence in the world also supports many other forms of life including birds, bats, frogs, and lizards. There are easy ways you can help insect by making your home a safe and healthy home for them.

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Trees and lupine at Metolius Preserve in Oregon by Bonnie Moreland
The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Office is part of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Ecological Services program. We work closely with partners to conserve fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats throughout Oregon for future generations.
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