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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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Resinous substance secreted by an insect?

Resinous substance secreted by an insect is called "lac." Lac is a sticky, water-resistant material used for making shellac, a type of varnish, or for producing natural red dye.

What is the antonym of exoskeleton?

The antonym of exoskeleton is endoskeleton. An endoskeleton is an internal skeleton found in vertebrates, whereas an exoskeleton is an external skeleton found in arthropods and some other invertebrates.

What insect has a white soft bean shape body with extremely short black legs I have found 2 on my dog this week?

It sounds like you may have discovered a tick on your dog. Ticks have bean-shaped bodies that can appear white or light in color before feeding on blood, and they are known to have very short legs. It is important to remove ticks properly to prevent any potential health risks for your dog.

What is the main difference between the body plan of a tick and an insect?

The main difference lies in their body segmentation. Insects have three distinct body segments (head, thorax, abdomen), while ticks have only two (gnathosoma and idiosoma). Additionally, ticks have specialized mouthparts for sucking blood, which insects do not possess.

How do insects and birds breathe?

# Tracheae, which are introverted rigid appendages of the abdomen through which air passes reaching the hemolymph, entering from lateral holes in the abdomen called spiracles, which can be closed. Flying insects have big tracheal dilatations called air sacs to store much air. # Tracheolae, which are similar to tracheae but smaller. # Gills; made of branchial appendages or appendage extroflexions with thin cuticle to allow gas excanges to tracheae, tracheolae or directly to the hemolymph. Insects breathe through a complicated structure of tubes (called tracheae and tracheoles) and air sacs. Oxygen is pulled into the body through openings in their abdomens called spiracles. Once the oxygen has been pulled in, the outer most vents close and the air is forced into increasingly smaller pipes known as tubules, until it reaches the required cells. i think bugs r nice

Are insects meat?

No, insects are not considered meat. Meat typically refers to the flesh of animals like mammals and birds, whereas insects are a separate category of invertebrates. Insects are commonly eaten in some cultures for their nutritional value and sustainability.

Do daddy long legs have wings?

The creatures most correctly called daddy-longlegs are in their own separate Order which is Opiliones. Common names for this Order are 1) daddy-longlegs, 2) harvestmen and 3) opilionids. They are characterized by having one basic body segment which shows segmentation on the posterior portion, at most 2 eyes and all 8 legs attach to the pill-like body segment.

http://spiders.ucr.edu/daddylonglegs.html

Spined soldier bugs harmful to humans?

Spined soldier bugs are not harmful to humans. They primarily feed on other insects, especially pests that damage crops. While they can release a defensive odor when handled, it is not harmful to humans and is mainly a deterrent against potential predators.

Where do insects store food?

Insects store food in different places depending on the species. Some insects store food in underground burrows or tunnels, while others store food in their nest or hive. Certain insects like ants and bees store food in specialized chambers within their nests.

How do insects move and fly actively despite the type of circulatory system they have?

Even if insects have an open circulatory system, which is usually characterized by slow animals with low metabolic rates, their circulatory system does not participate in supplication of oxygen to the tissues and in the gas exchange process. That is handled by the independent tracheal system, the spiracles, which allows direct contact of cells with the air. With this, the oxygen demand can be supplied even with an open circulatory system.

source: http://www.biology-questions-and-answers.com/the-circulatory-system.html

Do some aquatic insects live in natural hot springs?

Yes: http://books.google.com/books?id=6f0qOwiEkVwC&pg=PA159&lpg=PA159&dq=%22hot+springs%22+insects&source=bl&ots=QEp6KcmK4u&sig=h2vGMam_LRPwdKRqF5k6lZmcdUc&hl=en&ei=DJ6eSui4D47klAek45m-DA&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=6#v=onepage&q=%22hot%20springs%22%20insects&f=false

Are daddy long legs spiders poisonous?

Grand Daddy Long Legs ~ Fact or Crap?

So today I am doing a different kind of fact or crap. I was watching a show last night on the Science channel when I discovered that I have been fooled all these years about Grand Daddy Long Legs. I was taught in school that these creepy spiders are the most poisonous spiders on earth. Why have they not taken over the world you ask... maybe their teeth are not long enough to penetrate the skin? Wrong again! They can bite humans. One of the scientists testing this allowed several long legs to climb on his arm and was bitten by one. It turns out that it only stings for a bit and then goes away. No he did not drop dead.

They tested the venom of the long legs and the black widow on a mouse and the black widow venom was much more powerful.

So there you have it....Am I the only person in the world who obviously had a science teacher who did not know what he was doing? Is this some cruel joke to make me look stupid as I spread the news that these long legs are the most poisonous spider? Oh and don't think I've not talked about it. Just the other day my cube mate and I were speaking of this. He is from Norway and had heard the same bit of lies.

My personal theory is that one long leg told another that they should come up with this story so we cruel humans will stop pulling their legs off. I know this was a favorite past time of mine as a child. Never fear! I am seeking therapy for this even as an adult.

http://wesley.vox.com/library/post/grand-daddy-long-legs-fact-or-crap.html

Having thousand legs is called what?

Millipede means thousand feet, from the Latin milli = thousand and pede = foot Althought the insect called a Millipede does not actually have a thousand legs, but normally any even number between 80 and 400, (they grow in pairs)

What is it called when you do an autopsy on a bug?

It is called a postmortem examination or necropsy on an insect. The process involves examining the internal and external structures of the bug to determine the cause of death or study its anatomy and physiology.

What do some insects use for chewing plant tissue?

Okay so I was doing my homework and couldn't find the answer to this on the work sheet but i found the mandible is for the tissue part and for the nectar part i have not found out yet.

insects use mandibles to chew plant tissues and others use siphons to lap up nectar.

How has the flight been at least partly responsible for the success of insects?

Flight has allowed insects to disperse to new habitats, find mates, and escape predators efficiently. It has also enabled them to exploit new food sources and escape unfavorable environmental conditions. Insects' ability to fly has been a key factor in their widespread distribution and evolutionary success.

Is a glow worm an insect?

They are a type of maggot because they turn into a fungus fly {adult}

*Also* Glowworms live in deep in caves and set traps made of mucus and silk. They hang from the top of the cave and use dim lights as a lure for bugs to fall into their traps. *Additional notes* They have a transparent body to where the organs are visible.

Which Poisonous insect with 100 legs?

The centipede is an example of a poisonous insect with numerous legs, typically ranging from 30 to 354 legs depending on the species. They have venomous pincers to capture prey and defend themselves, but the level of toxicity can vary among different species.

Do incects have antennas?

Yes, insects have antennas. Antennas are sensory organs that are used for detecting touch, smell, and sometimes even sound. They play a crucial role in helping insects navigate their environment and communicate with others.

Why is a bee an invertebrate?

Bees are classified as invertebrates because they lack a backbone or spinal column. Instead, they have an exoskeleton for support and protection. Invertebrates make up the majority of animal species on Earth.

Can insects survive the flour milling process?

No. because there are many machines that prevent the insects to live in the milling process, like examples the use of sieves and the Infestation destroyer which separates the insects to the flour and crash out the eggs of the insects

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Why are earwigs called earwigs?

because of an Europe legend that they crawl into your ear and lay eggs

What is millipede's niche?

Millipedes play a crucial role in ecosystems as detritivores, breaking down decaying plant material and enriching the soil with their excrement. They help recycle nutrients and contribute to the decomposition process, making them an important part of nutrient cycling in their environment.

Which insect makes screeching noise at night?

Many crickets, frogs, cicada, owls, etc.. can make loud clicking noises at night. It's that sound you hear on a hot southern night that can put you to sleep. BUT, what happens when you hear a "clicking" noise that is out of the norm?

This is a LOUD click 20-30 times over and over, not in three's (it almost does not sound like it could be from an animal; more like a machine, but it is not)!

I would appreciate a response that makes sense i.e. it's not a cricket or a cicada (even when cicada have a specific call, this is not what I am talking about).

Possibly certain species of owls at certain times of year? bats? snakes?

What does hemolyph do in insects?

Hemolymph (or Haemolymph) is the fluid equivalent to blood and serves a similar purpose. Unlike blood, there is no haemoglobin so it is not red. Instead, the oxygen-carrying molecule is haemocyanin.