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What type of caterpillar is lime green and has short prickly spines on its body?
green prickly caterpillar
Do pandas have spines?
If you mean spinal columns, yes pandas have them. If you mean prickly spines, such as the porcupine or hedgehogs have, the answer is no.
How healthy is a cactus to eat?
It depends on which cactus is being eaten. Some are poisonous while others are beneficial and highly nutritious. Prickly pear pads are a winner as long as you get the right type. I have read online that there is a poisonous strain of prickly pear that has an orange coloring in its spines. Some prickly pear has been selectively reproduced to eliminate the spines and it is used as a human and animal food staple in desert areas, such as Mexico.
What could the Prickly Pear cactus do if you stuck your finger into it?
If you stuck your finger into a prickly pear cactus, you could get stuck with one of the spines. You could also possibly be bitten by a spider who likes to make their webs in the prickly pear.
How can I safely and effectively cut a prickly pear cactus?
To safely and effectively cut a prickly pear cactus, wear thick gloves to protect your hands from the spines. Use a sharp knife to carefully cut off the prickly pear pads or fruit. Be cautious of the sharp spines and use a steady hand to avoid injury.
What are prickly sticks?
Prickly sticks, also known as "prickly pear cactus pads," refer to the flattened stems of the prickly pear cactus, which are covered in tiny, hair-like spines called glochids. These pads are edible and are commonly used in various culinary dishes, particularly in Mexican cuisine, where they are known as "nopales." In addition to their culinary uses, prickly sticks also have ornamental value and can be used in landscaping. However, care must be taken when handling them due to their spines.
How does a prickly pear defend itself from prey?
Prickly pear cactus can reproduce by seed, root division and by cuttings from the paddles being individually rooted.
How can I identify a prickly weed in my garden?
To identify a prickly weed in your garden, look for plants with sharp thorns or spines on their stems or leaves. These prickly weeds can cause irritation or injury when touched. Wear gloves and use caution when handling them.
How to prepare prickly pear for consumption?
To prepare prickly pear for consumption, first use tongs to remove the spines. Then, cut off the top and bottom of the fruit and make a lengthwise slit to peel off the skin. Rinse the fruit under running water to remove any remaining spines. Finally, slice or dice the prickly pear as desired and enjoy!
When a hedgehog is in danger what does it do?
It curls up in a ball, protecting its face and front which are vital parts. Curling into a ball also causes the prickly spines to protrude more. These spines act as a defense.
How can I identify prickly weeds in my garden?
Prickly weeds in your garden can be identified by their sharp thorns or spines on their leaves or stems. Look for plants with prickly textures or structures that can cause irritation when touched. Wear gloves when handling these weeds to avoid getting pricked.
Why do hedgehogs have spines?
They're vertebrates, they're born that way. An animal looking like that and living like that has to have some sort of supporting structure, and for the hedgehog it's a spine. Or maybe you're thinking of the things that make them prickly, not the backbone. There are plenty of animals out there who would make themselves a meal of a fairly slow and harmless animal as a hedgehog, so the spines developed as a defence. If threatened the hedgehog curls up into a prickly ball, and anyone trying to bite or claw it end up getting hurt. THe hedgehog ended up taking that route instad of developing an ability to run, hide or bite back.
