- Monarch butterfly. Photo: Pamm Cooper
- Praying Mantis. Photo: Stacey Stearns
- Milkweed beetle taking off. Photo: Pamm Cooper
- Squash bugs. Photo: UNH Extension.
- Brown Marmorated Stink Bug. Photo: Penn State
Bug Week Photo Contest 2022 Results
The results from our 2022 Bug Week Photo Contest are in! We thank everyone for participating, and offering so many incredible photos to choose from.
Link To Complete Results
Bug Week 2022
UConn Extension is hosting the 8th Annual Bug Week from July 17-23. We are planning to have in-person events around the state. Keep checking the website to see what's buzzing! We’ll be posting more information sheets on trees, shrubs and perennials for pollinators.
You will even be able to follow the life cycle of beautiful Luna moths!
Bugs are the unsung heroes of our ecosystem. They pollinate our crops and gardens, prey on pest insects, and aerate soils by breaking up decaying material to recycle nutrients.
Let’s celebrate bugs this year by taking pictures of them for the photo contest and by improving the environment for them. Small changes to our yards and gardens can make big changes for the bugs.
Activities & Events
Details on our Programs Page.
Spring Valley Student Farm
Tuesday, July 19th from 2-6 PM
Location: Mansfield, CT
Pollinator and Insect Walks
Wednesday, July 20th from 10 AM - 2 PM
Location: Middlesex County Extension Center, Haddam, CT
Parasite Day and Insects with the CT State Museum of Natural History
Friday, July 22nd from 12-4 PM
Location: UConn Storrs Campus
Bug Week at the CT Science Center
Please visit the Connecticut Science Center for more information on Events & ticket prices.
Photo Contest
Details on our Photo Contest Page.
Registration Form
Bug Month will hold in person events again in 2022. Visit our programs page for available activities.