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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.
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Which viruses is used to biocontrol of insect pests of plants?
Nuclear polyhedrosis virus is used in the biocontrol program of insect pests of plants. Helicoverpa armigera is a major pest of the different crops. this virus resists Helicoverpa armigera successfully
What is the name of tiny orange gnats looking bugs?
Fleas sometimes have an orange appearance when they are in the sunlight. They are shaped like and commonly mistaken for gnats.
What are considered to be long legs for a 14-year-old?
There is not a specific length as a person could be "short" and still be considered to have long legs proportionately. (It's hard to explain what constitutes long legs because it's all about the relationship of the legs to the length of the torso.) But, I'd have to say that if your legs are over 8 feet long, it's probably safe to say you have long legs for a 14-year-old.
The life cycle of house flies is extremely short, many times only two days. This allows the E. coli bacteriophages in their guts to be passed on to the next generation without being jeopardized.
Does a beetle have radial symmetry?
No. Beetles, like all insects, have bilateral symmetry. Bilateral symmetry means something has symmetry across one plane (known as the sagittal plane, and directly down the centre of their body), which means one side of their body approximately mirrors the other side.
Can you use ketaconazole cream 2 percent for bug bite?
No, you cannot. Ketaconazole is an anti-fungal, and will have no effect on bug bites.
Is it a good or bad sign is a praying mantis is sitting on your porch?
It is generally a good thing, as praying mantises eat other insects that are considered pests.
They are food for the bugs. If no bugs ate the eggs, just think how many there would be.
What is an outer covering of an insect called e.g. scales hair feathers skin?
The outer covering of an insect is called the exoskeleton.
What insects live around Mount Kilimanjaro?
Mount Kilimanjaro hosts a diverse range of insects due to its varied ecosystems, from tropical forests to alpine zones. Common insects include butterflies, beetles, ants, and various species of grasshoppers. The unique altitude and climate create habitats for endemic species, while the lush lower slopes support a rich collection of insects. Additionally, the mountain's ecosystems are crucial for pollinators, such as bees and other flying insects that thrive in the higher elevations.
What is an insect with red body and black wings?
There are many insects that could have a red body with black wings. These insects include dragonflies as well as butterflies.
No, a Millipede is not a carnivore. They are Herbivores.
Is taking a bath in bleach good for getting rid of deer ticks?
No, what you need to do is put Vaseline on the actual deer tick then wait approx. 10 minutes or so and get a good set of tweezers preferably pointy ones . And the deer tick should back itself out and then remove with tweezers. the Vaseline cuts off the oxygen so the deer tick cant breathe. and the vaseline makes it much easier to remove it even if it was giving a problem of not backing out.....
What insect lays eggs in a mass of water?
Female dragonflies lay eggs in or near water, often on floating or emergent plants.
