This episode of Idaho Matters originally aired on February 4, 2026.
From bumblebees to centipedes to spider wasps, our gardens are full of tiny creatures, each playing their own role in a complex ecosystem.
They pollinate flowers, break down organic matter, and even help control pests — work that often goes unnoticed but is absolutely essential.
Dr. Eric Yensen joined Idaho Matters to talk more about the role these insects play in nature.