The Fascinating World of Insects

This exhibition will showcase the fascinating, often hidden, world of insects in all its incredible diversity; from the bold and beautiful such as butterflies, harlequin bugs and jewel beetles, to the most miniscule of moths, native bees and tiny weevils. Through the revealing eye of Bronilyn Smith's camera lens and Karen Stack's creative textile creations the beauty and wonder of our insect world will be displayed.

The exhibition aims to highlight the important role insects play in maintaining balance in our ecosystem and the growing concern about declining insect numbers and consequences of this.

Friday 6 March

A free public talk from TMAG experts about insects in our gardens and what we should be planting to sustain and protect insect habitats is occurring. Two (30-40 minute) sessions are available at 11 am and 1 pm. To be held in Goods Shed at Macquarie Point Precinct, Evans St.

Saturday 7 March

11 am to 1 pm - Gardening expert Angus Stewart is in the Edible Garden and will be talking about how to encourage beneficial insects and other tiny creatures in your garden, along with introducing beneficial insects and organisms to your garden to help manage pests and diseases.

The event is supported by the City of Hobart.