Beetle Mania -
bugs that rule the world

As the world's most diverse and abundant species, the tiny yet mighty beetle plays crucial ecological roles in nearly every environment. Why are these colorful and ingenious creatures often regarded "the most important species on the planet"?

Duration: 54 minutes and 45 seconds

Episode Number: 104

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About Bugs That Rule The World:

Explore the fascinating world of bugs, their beauty, and ecological importance.

From pollinators and insect predators to the clean-up crews purifying our planet, scientists examine the decline of these essential yet least appreciated creatures.

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Thu, Jul 16	2:00 A.M.	Insect Apocalypse NHPBS (11.1)
Fri, Jul 17	3:00 A.M.	Insect Apocalypse NHPBS (11.1)
Sun, Jul 19	2:00 A.M.	Insect Apocalypse NHPBS (11.1)
Tue, Jul 21	9:00 P.M.	Insect Apocalypse NH World (11.3)
Wed, Jul 22	2:00 A.M.	Insect Apocalypse NH World (11.3)
Wed, Jul 22	10:00 A.M.	Insect Apocalypse NH World (11.3)
Thu, Jul 23	2:00 A.M.	Lifegivers NHPBS (11.1)
Fri, Jul 24	3:00 A.M.	Lifegivers NHPBS (11.1)
Sun, Jul 26	2:00 A.M.	Lifegivers NHPBS (11.1)
Tue, Jul 28	9:00 P.M.	Lifegivers NH World (11.3)
Wed, Jul 29	2:00 A.M.	Lifegivers NH World (11.3)
Wed, Jul 29	10:00 A.M.	Lifegivers NH World (11.3)
Thu, Jul 30	2:00 A.M.	Eat Or Be Eaten NHPBS (11.1)
Fri, Jul 31	3:00 A.M.	Eat Or Be Eaten NHPBS (11.1)