Don't Let the Bed Bugs Bite

My Big Backyard

Ages 4 & 5
Move through the seasons and observe animals and their tracks, examine flowers and grasses and play games like a bear, a bird or a bug!

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My Big Backyard

Ages 4 & 5
Move through the seasons and observe animals and their tracks, examine flowers and grasses and play games like a bear, a bird or a bug!

View Details Buy Now

April 13, 2011
Reports of bed bug infestations in the United States are on the rise. They've been found in some of the biggest cities and most luxurious hotels in the country. Are we experiencing an epidemic or is it just a sensational news story? In this Science Bite, Museum scientist Frank Krell discusses why outbreaks are increasing, and what people can do to protect themselves against these biting bugs.