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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

Can maggots eat your brain?

Yes. However you would have to already be dead at that point, so don't worry about it.

Is an inchworm a bug or an insect?

All bugs are considered insects. However, an inchworm does not have the traits associated with bugs it is part of the larger insect family.

Insects that live in colonies and have special jobs are called what?

These are social insects - such as ants, termites and bees.

Are earwig dangerous?

Earwigs are not dangerous, but they can be a pest, eating plants and fruits. Their pincers are too small to pose any danger to humans.

Where do you sell 6-12 brand insect repellent?

6-12 brand insect repellent is no longer in use and is a vintage item. This sort of item can frequently be found on auction sites or user based online stores.

Has anyone ever seen a Long legged spider similar to daddy long leg with white balls of hair at each joint looking for pictures?

Did you find the type of spider it was? I found those in my basement and am trying to figure out what they are!

How do you get rid of fleas in an apartment with no pets?

Apt has to be treated. You should consider a pro-It's pretty intensive. They have to do all carpet & most furniture. Your landlord should have a svc.

Do earwigs go through metamorphosis?

Earwig are hemimetabolous, undergoing incomplete metamorphosis, meaning they develop gradually in a series of 4 to 6 molts. The developmental stages between molts are called instars.

There is no pupal stage.

Can bugs talk?

Bugs can communicate with each other, but they can not talk to humans.

Can insects be controlled effectively during the pupa or egg stage?

Eggs yes, Pupa; generally no since pesticides usually don't absorb through although it is possible they usually emerge later.

In order for an animal to be an insect it must have what?

6 legs

a head, thorax, and abdomen (in its adult form)

an exoskeleton

of the Class insecta

What is a crablike insect that lives on human scalp and shoots out its eggs and or larvae?

its called a louse. they attach to the hair on the scalp to lay eggs and feed on human blood.

What eat rolly pollys?

Everything! They're delicious, by the way.

The names of all insect Orders end in ptera?

It comes from a Greek word meaning wings.

Are insects found in marine environment?

Generally no, that's the realm of the crtustaceans like crabs, lobsters and shrimp. I can't think of any insects that are in the marine environment except those that might occur in the marine/freshwater boundary like where rivers enter the ocean.

How do i install a butterfly hinge?

Installing a butterfly hinge is the same as installing any regular hinge. Measure all the dimensions carefully, determine and trace where the hinge will be allowing proper clearance, and screw the hinge in until completely tightened using proper tools and techniques.

Why are insect wings transparent?

Simply because they are so thin and free of pigment.

What name is given to a small insect that sucks juices from plants?

Aphids'

Also bees "suck" the nectar from flowers to produce honey.

Which type of stone will most likely show the greatest amount of weathering?

i think its granite

Above answer is wrong! Granite is VERY hard and weathers slowly. SANDSTONE is very soft and permeable and weathers (erodes) very quickly.

Is a earwig a minibeast?

Earwigs are insects that can be found on all five continents. 2000 different species are known as of today. Lizards, spiders and birds are among the predators that an earwig has to fear.

Method could provide an estimate of the number of insects in a backyard?

n= number of insects in 1 square meter x area of backyard in square meters