Science for Children

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Buzzing about. The Journey of a Wild Bee in Search of a Nest

Buzzing About is an educational comic that follows Alfalfa, a young wild leafcutter bee, on her journey to find a suitable nesting site in an urban environment. The comic introduces young readers as well as adults to the diversity and needs of wild bees, their relationships with flowers, and the challenges they face in urban landscapes. Along the way, Alfalfa meets various insect species, learns about suitable habitats, and discovers the importance of biodiversity-friendly gardening. This comic aims to inspire greater awareness and action for pollinator conservation. 

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This short story follows the journey of Sfirna, a Scalloped Hammerhead shark, who shares their unique features while reflecting on the decline of their species, and learning how to better protect these species.

The story was created within the framework of Academia Illustra Ciencia and EcoStories Panama.

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