🪲 Heights Biodiversity Catalog

Cataloguing the biodiversity within the Heights dorm on Colby's campus. A detailed record of flora and fauna discovered throughout the academic year.

Venus Fly Trap(Dionaea muscipula)
December 4, 2025
Venus Fly Trap (Dionaea muscipula)
Fun Fact:

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Discovered by: MeganView on Wikipedia

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December 3, 2025

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Deer Mouse(Peromyscus maniculatus)
November 30, 2025
Deer Mouse (Peromyscus maniculatus)
Fun Fact:

Mouse traps spotted in the lower levels of Heights. These small rodents are known for their large ears and eyes, and are one of the most common mammals in North America.

Discovered by: MeganView on Wikipedia
Brown Marmorated Stink Bug(Halyomorpha halys)
November 14, 2025
Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (Halyomorpha halys)
Fun Fact:

This invasive species from East Asia is known for the distinctive odor it releases when threatened or crushed. They often seek shelter indoors during fall and winter months.

Western Conifer Seed Bug(Leptoglossus occidentalis)
October 19, 2025
Western Conifer Seed Bug (Leptoglossus occidentalis)
Fun Fact:

Despite their intimidating appearance, these bugs are harmless to humans. They feed on conifer seeds and often enter buildings in fall to find warm overwintering sites.

Discovered by: MeganView on Wikipedia