Periodically Annoying

“There are several species of periodical cicadas, which are cicadas that emerge from the soil every 13 or 17 years. Every 221 years, the cicada broods emerge at the same time in the Midwest and Southeast United States! These tiny-but-very-loud insects have been waiting a very looong time to make some noise together.”

Jasmine Kasper is a multimedia artist and writer who focuses on nature, environmental stewardship, and health. Her goal is to make learning about the world around us a fun, positive experience. You can often find her outdoors, creating art, or frantically researching something interesting to share with others. Visit her portfolio website jasminekasper.com or get in touch over email at officialjasminekasper@gmail.com!

Distant Cousins

Jasmine Kasper

“Did you know that the only surviving relative of the giraffe is the okapi? Okapi and giraffes are the sole members of the biological family known as Giraffidae. Okapi are naturally solitary, shy creatures that live in densely forested areas, so they probably wouldn't be too interested in attending any family reunions, though.”

Jasmine Kasper is a multimedia artist and writer who focuses on nature, environmental stewardship, and health. Her goal is to make learning about the world around us a fun, positive experience. You can often find her outdoors, creating art, or frantically researching something interesting to share with others. Visit her portfolio website jasminekasper.com or get in touch over email at officialjasminekasper@gmail.com!

Blessed Bugs

Jasmine Kasper

"Praying mantises really are named after the way that their bent forearms resemble the way people fold their arms to pray! Many types of beetles have been observed lifting small objects, but there is no scientific proof that they've ever used this ability for baptisms. Likewise, there are surely ladybugs devoted to eating aphids and some seriously well-behaved snails, but unfortunately, the other creatures in this comic just aren't as real as the praying mantis."

Jasmine Kasper is a multimedia artist and writer who focuses on nature, environmental stewardship, and health. Her goal is to make learning about the world around us a fun, positive experience. You can often find her outdoors, creating art, or frantically researching something interesting to share with others. Visit her portfolio website jasminekasper.com or get in touch over email at officialjasminekasper@gmail.com!

The Pickiest Eaters

"The Pickiest Eaters" pokes fun at how difficult it can be for birders to attract orioles. While most birds enjoy bird seed, orioles really do prefer fresh orange slices and grape jelly -- there are even special oriole feeders meant to serve these specific treats. It took several years for them to start eating at the feeder in my grandpa's backyard, even with frequent refills and keeping the area very clean. Good luck to anyone else trying to feed these picky eaters!”

Jasmine Kasper is a multimedia artist and writer who focuses on nature, environmental stewardship, and health. Her goal is to make learning about the world around us a fun, positive experience. You can often find her outdoors, creating art, or frantically researching something interesting to share with others. Visit her portfolio website jasminekasper.com or get in touch over email at officialjasminekasper@gmail.com!