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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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Is insect repellant an acid?

Since most acids react badly with other chemical compounds, it is less likely as the active killer compound would decompose and become either inactive or maybe even very dangerous for humans.

Bug sprays normally contain poison, often nervepoison (malathion). This because the nerves and such in insects work different than those in mammals (IE Humans, Pigs, Livestock etc).

Acid would most likely kill off bugs, but cause severe damage to anything you spray it on.

Insect Spray may still cause damage as in miscoloring on cloths and fabric.

What are superstition about yellow butterflies?

There are many superstitions associated with a yellow butterfly. Some are that if you see a yellow butterfly, you will find happiness and if a yellow butterfly lands on you, it means a change is coming soon.

Where can one find treatment for insect bites?

The best treatment for an insect bite is to wash the affected area with soap and water and apply a cold compress. Another option would be to visit a drug store and purchase an ointment that reduces itchiness, such as After Bite.

Does a female praying mantis need a male to get pregnant?

Males do not lay eggs, females only do and for the eggs to be viable they will need to mate with a male yes.

What do you do when chiggers bite you?

my 4 y/o son bite by this stupid bug and what i did i showered him with cold water and put him some CALAMINE LOTION AND SENT him to Hosp.

The Nurse given him BENADRYL & STEROIDS.

What is the purpose of the gizzard on a grasshopper?

The gizzard is part of the grasshopper's digestive system. Grasshoppers' gizzards are used to help break down and digest the food they eat.

What insect is white and eats wood?

Quite a few. Termites and Pine Bark Beetles are two of them and are both considered to be serious pests.

How do you take care of a baby butterfly?

If it is a butterfly it is not a baby it is an adult. The immature phase of butterflies and moths takes the form of caterpillars. Generally caterpillars eat leaves but different species feed on different plants.

What are the characteristics of leeches?

  • they are closely related to earthworms.
  • they also have suckers at both ends
  • they are considered worms. :P

Does a mayfly make sounds?

It makes a sort of buzzz sound . but that would be a bee. so this is unquestionable.

What insects live in riparian areas?

these are the ones i know. i answered a question "What animals live in riparian areas", but since than i found bunches more insects that live there, so i asked this and am answering it! hopefully it will come in handy to someone else.

here you go! (most are dragonflies and such in that family)

Western Forktail

Olive Clubtail

spotted spreadwing

northern spreadwing

northern bluet

shadow darner (theese guys are really cool)

Western river cruiser

red veined meadow hawk (no, it is not a hawk)

ocellated emerald

grapple tail

blue damesfly

eight spoted skimmer

two striped grasshopper

mormon metalmark butterfly (love these. so pretty)

Hope this comes in handy. :)

What are the number of body segment that insects have?

Most insects have head, thorax, abdomen as their body segments.

What is the process in which a larva will change into an adult insect called?

I think 'life cycle' refers to an insect going from egg to adult, but metamorphosis refers to when an insect changes form. For example from a caterpillar to a butterfly.

What are moths of the year?

January

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What are some bugs in Kentucky?

Ants, mosquitoes, lightning bugs (fireflies), gnats, and many, many more.

Can fleas live on humans without animal around?

Yes. and for quite a while. you will probably notice small bites on your ankles and legs. use a fogger. it will do the job.

Does a cockroach have a outer skeleton?

No, insects do not have skeletons or backbones (vertebrae). Cockroaches are invertebrates and have exoskeletons, hard cases on their outsides that support, contain, and protect their internal parts.

What is the life span of a bed bug?

Bed bugs lay eggs that are 1/25" long and are slightly curved. They are usually deposited in clusters. They are fastened with cement to cracks and crevices or rough surfaces near adult harborages. The eggs hatch in 4-12 days. The newly hatched nymph is straw colored before feeding. After getting a blood meal, the nymph turns red or purple in color because of the blood in its body. There are 5 nymph stages, and it usually takes 35-48 days for nymphs to mature. Female bed bugs deposit 3 to 8 eggs at a time. A total of 200-500 eggs can be produced per female. The eggs hatch in 4-12 days. Adult bed bugs can survive for 6-7 months without a blood meal and have been known to live in abandoned houses for 1 year. In some cases they survive without humans by attacking birds and rodents.

What type of skin does an insect have?

it has an exoskeletion so its bones are on the outside of its body not its core.

What insect greek name comes from joint-leg?

The animal is actually a type of an arthropod, and the type of animal is a Crustacean which means "jSpell check your answeroint-leg" in Greek.