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They are common called locusts ( family Acrididae.) Some species are
- Desert Locust is Schistocerca gregaria (Forskal).
- African Migratory Locust (Locusta migratoria migratorioides) - Africa;
- Oriental Migratory Locust (Locusta migratoria manilensis) - South-East Asia;
- Red Locust (Nomadacris septemfasciata) - Eastern Africa;
- Brown Locust (Locustana pardalina) - Southern Africa;
- Italian Locust (Calliptamus italicus), from Western Europe to Central Asia;
- Moroccan Locust (Dociostaurus maroccanus) - North-West Africa to Asia;
- Bombay Locust (Nomadacris succincta) - South-West to South-East Asia;
- Australian Plague Locust (Chortoicetes terminifera) - Australia;
- Tree Locusts (Anacridium sp.) - Africa, Mediterranean, Near East.
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What do bamboo bats eat?
From http://www.ecologyasia.com/verts/bats/lesser-bamboo-bat.htm : "The Bamboo Bat...will forage at night for flying insects, particularly termite swarms."
What is a plague insects?
A plague of insects refers to a large number of insects that suddenly appear and cause destruction to crops, plants, or livestock in an area. These swarms can have a serious impact on agriculture and ecosystems, leading to widespread damage and economic losses. Control measures like pesticides and habitat modification may be necessary to manage plague insects.
What insect sometimes flies in swarms?
Many insects travel in swarms - including (but not limited to) bees, flies, grass-hoppers, locusts, moths & butterflies.
Are mosquitoes mentioned in The Bible?
Not specifically, but the Old Testament does mention swarms of flies in Exodus 8:20 and does not specify what specific types of flies they were, so it could possibly have meant any kind of flying insects.
What is the term for groups of insects such as bees?
Aggregations, colonies and swarms are examples of terms for groups of insects such as bees. Aggregations refer to bees that do not live in colonies, such as hive-dwelling apids. Swarms reference the worker bees that leave an established colony in the spring in company with the old queen.
Can Locust kill People?
Locusts themselves do not directly kill people; they are herbivorous insects that primarily consume vegetation. However, swarms of locusts can devastate crops, leading to food shortages and famine in affected areas, which can indirectly result in loss of life. The impact of locust swarms on agriculture and food security can have serious consequences for vulnerable populations, particularly in regions already facing challenges.
What eats a swallow?
The only predator that stands a chance at catching a swallow or a swift is the falcon.
Do ants have wins?
Most ants have no wings, but during summer, you can see swarms of winged ants flying out looking for a new nest.
What does the word gnat connote?
The word "gnat" typically connotes a small, flying insect that is often seen in swarms and can be annoying due to its presence in outdoor settings.
What is one of the world's most destructive kinds of insects?
around here it is the Northern pine beetle.
Which of these were a hazard to the rich grain fields?
swarms of grasshoppers
How many syllables does the word swarms have?
Swarms only has one syllable.
