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Insects
Insects play a very large role in the circle of life on earth. They represent a large population of the animal kingdom. Fascinating to some,creepy to others but always present in our daily lives. Questions about any sort of bug go here.
7,726 Questions
Why is it hard to crush a flea?
Fleas are hard to crush because they have a hard shell that protects them. There are over 2,000 species of fleas throughout the world.
Under a 75x microscope a flea appears to be 75mm long in real life how long is the flea?
about 25,000' long
Why do mayflies live such a short time on land?
because they have an accute sense of smell which eventually kills them
Mayfly Nymphs live under stones in fast-flowing water or among plants in slow streams. Some species live in small burrows at the bottom of the stream. Some are flat and cling to the bottom of rocks in fast-flowing streams. They are mostly found in cool, more permanent water bodies like streams and lakes.
Do some insects eat small animals?
If you mean dead then some do but most insects are too small to eat small animals alive. If you include spiders though then there are some spiders large enough to eat small birds and mice.
If you are greatly concerned about the dog, take him to the vet. For a home treatment, take a pair od electric clippers and shave a small area around the spot. Using betadine, chlorhexidine, or other safe disinfectant, scrub the area with clean rags or gauze until clean. Start with a sewing needle and pierce just deep enough to reach the white part. If it begins to ooze, apply pressure to the area to remove all the infection. Otherwise, scrape the top part off so whatever is below is exposed. If it is a tick or other foreign object, remove it. Disinfect the area again, including the actual sore, and keep it clean and clear of infection until it heals.
How long does it take for a tick to be fully engorged and detach from the body?
It may take 4 to 6 days for the tick to reach fully engorged. Once fully engorgeded the tick is slightly larger than before. The tick may feed uninterrupted for many days before falling off.
Why is it that aphids don't excrete nitrogenous waste?
cos their food has very little nitrogen in it and they need it all
2 years
As long as it wants to. :o)
or for 17 years
A cicada can live for 17 years.
A bee.They have THOUSANDS OF EYES and they see outside of there hives and inside theyre bodies.If you dare to throw a stick in theyre hive they will know you did it and sting you to death.So this is no joke kiddo,If you don't listen to this,its not my fault
What is a clear bug with a black middle i found it in my hair is this lice?
Yes,that is a form or lice.
What is the best treatment for gnat bites?
Savlon Cream or E45 cream. Cools the stings and makes the swelling go down.
An insect that carries a deadly disease?
A vector is an animal or insect that serves as an intermediate means of transporting infection.
Rubbing Alcohol or an antiseptic
How do you pull a chigger out of your skin?
"The best precaution against chigger bites is simply taking a warm soapy bath with plenty of scrubbing as soon as possible after exposure. If you bathe at once, while the chiggers are still running over your body, you can wash them off before they bite. A bath will also remove any attached and feeding chiggers before you start to feel the itch. Warm soapy water is all that is necessary to remove and kill chiggers. There is no need, and it is rather dangerous, to apply household products such as kerosene, turpentine, ammonia, alcohol, gasoline, salt or dry cleaning fluid. Don't do it. Attached chiggers are removed by even the lightest rubbing. If you are away from civilization, you can remove attached chiggers before they do much damage by frequently rubbing down with a towel or a cloth. What can you do to alleviate suffering if these precautions fail? Lotions will relive the itching somewhat, but no substance is completely effective. The only ultimate cure is time, since there is nothing you can do to dislodge the chigger's feeding tube, the true cause of your itch. You must simply wait until your body breaks down and absorbs the foreign object. In the meantime, local anesthetics such as benzocaine, camphor-phenol and ammonium hydroxide may provide you with several hours of comfort at a stretch. Over-the-counter creams can also help. In rare cases, some people are allergic to chigger bites and require prescription medications from their doctor." this is from: http://mdc.mo.gov/nathis/arthopo/chiggers/
What should be done if an insect entered your ear and is crawling around?
You need to go to either the hospital or doctors office and get this insect out as soon as possible. What if they make a nest and have babies, then you have a colony of insects in your ear. Gross. Dont delay go ASAP. One thing I've heard of is going into a dark room and holding up a flashlight to the ear to draw the insect out.
