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A dragonfly is the insect that is sometimes called a darning needle. They were given this nickname because some cultures link them to evil things.
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Which insect is also known as a devils darning needle?
The Devil's Darning Needle is the Dragonfly
What is the difference between a dragonfly and a darning needle?
There is no physical difference between a dragonfly and a darning needle. The name "devil's darning needle" was given to dragonflies in Europe because they were thought to be evil or sinister.
What are some other names for dragonflies?
devils darning needle
Why is the dragonfly called devil's darning needle?
people thought if you fell asleep outside dragonflies would sew your eyes and ears up
What insect has red body with clear wings?
Next to butterflies, dragonflies are some of the most colorful insects in the world. The darning needle dragonfly comes in several varieties and colors, one of the most striking is very bright red, with translucent wings.
Which insect has a mouth like a needle?
mosquito
What are the three main types of insect mouth pieces?
grinding, needle, spounge
What do you do when something irritates your nose?
get a needle and poke the insect on to it then pull it out (put super glue on the needle)
Can dragonflies eat other dragonflies?
because they are various large insects of the order Odonata or suborder Anisoptera, having a long slender body and two pairs of narrow, net-veined wings that are usually held outstretched while the insect is at rest. Also called regionally darner, darning needle; Also called devil's darning needle, ear sewer; Also called mosquito fly, mosquito hawk; Also called needle, skeeter hawk; Also called snake doctor, snake feeder; Also called spindle.
To use a needle and thread?
To use a needle and thread could be called sewing.To use a needle and thread could be called quilting. To use a needle and thread could be called embroidery. To use a needle and thread could be called suturing.
What is a hole in a needle called?
....you answered your own question - it's called "threading a needle".
What is the hole called in a sewing needle?
The hole in a needle is called an eye. The eye of the needle is where you pull the thread through.a hole
