Lianne de Mello
Marvellous Minibeast Hunt
Who run the world?
Minibeasts of course!
Minibeasts is another word for invertebrates and includes any animal without a backbone. They come in all different shapes and sizes and include all the different types of insects, butterflies, flies and bees but also snails, spiders and woodlice! They are a vital part of all ecosystems and have a very important job! Like pollination or breaking down dead animals and plants.
An incredible 96% of all known animals are invertebrates. Without them the world would be a very different place.
They really do count, so why not help us and Pigog the hedgehog to count them!
Meet Pigog
Pigog loves minibeasts!
Pigog is busy investigating in his garden. With 16 different types of minibeast to look for - there's lots for him to learn!
Will you help him?
Could you help Pigog count?
Pigog would like to know what wonders are hidden in your own garden or school grounds. So grab your wellies, and get minibeast hunting!
Maybe you could take part with your school? We've got plenty of hints and tips to get you started!
Make sure you record all your minibeast findings!
Check out our videos to learn how to spot your very own minibeasts!
With the help of the 5 Welsh Wildlife Trusts, Pigog has created some informative videos for each day of the week, with focus on a different group of invertebrates.
Chris Lawrence
One out of every four animals on earth is a beetle!
Worms can eat their own body weight in food every day!
What type of earthworm have you found?
All you need to know about identifying minibeasts!
Bug recording sheets
Welsh language bug recording sheet
All you need to know when identifying slugs and snails!
Ross Hoddinott/2020VISION
Find more things to do over on our Wildlife Watch website!
Count me in!
Jon Hawkins - Surrey Hills Photography
