Shield Bug
Shield Bugs
These belong to the category of true bugs.These are the most dreaded stinkers in the world. Hence they are also called stink bugs.
They are named for their shape as they look like shields. They release a smelly liquid and the stink released can stay on a plant for quite some time. Shield bugs come in various shapes and colors. They are mostly brown or green in color. They do not have claws or pinchers but piercing mouthparts that sink into leaves and plants to suck the juices. Any bird that preys on them will spit it out immediately.
These belong to the category of true bugs.These are the most dreaded stinkers in the world. Hence they are also called stink bugs.
They are named for their shape as they look like shields. They release a smelly liquid and the stink released can stay on a plant for quite some time. Shield bugs come in various shapes and colors. They are mostly brown or green in color. They do not have claws or pinchers but piercing mouthparts that sink into leaves and plants to suck the juices. Any bird that preys on them will spit it out immediately.
Hornet
Hornets
These are nasty little big wasps . They live in gray bag like nest in a tree or on a building.They have one of the most venomous and painful stings of the insect world. They live in groups and when alarmed they release chemicals to communicate with other hornets. They attack in groups when disturbed. When a single hornet is crushed, it can send up an alarm to other hornets. They chase the predators with fierce stingers.
These are nasty little big wasps . They live in gray bag like nest in a tree or on a building.They have one of the most venomous and painful stings of the insect world. They live in groups and when alarmed they release chemicals to communicate with other hornets. They attack in groups when disturbed. When a single hornet is crushed, it can send up an alarm to other hornets. They chase the predators with fierce stingers.
Earwig
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Earwig
Earwigs have sharp pincers. But there are many birds and lizards who are capable of dining in on them escaping their pincers. Hence Earwigs uses another defense to tackle predators. It gives of a foul smell and taste if it bitten or squished.
Earwigs have sharp pincers. But there are many birds and lizards who are capable of dining in on them escaping their pincers. Hence Earwigs uses another defense to tackle predators. It gives of a foul smell and taste if it bitten or squished.
Most Beetles have two pairs of wings, the front pair is hardened and thickened in to a shell like protection for the rear wings.The diversity of beetles is very wide. They are found in all major habitats, except marine and the polar regions. Similar to butterflies they go from Larvae, pupa and then to an adult stage. Beetles and their larvae have a variety of strategies to avoid being attacked by predators. These include camouflage, mimicry, toxicity, and active defense. Camouflage involves the use of coloration or shape to blend into the surrounding environment.Another defense that often uses color or shape to deceive potential enemies is mimicry. A number of longhorn beetles bear a striking resemblance to wasps, which helps them avoid being eaten.Chemical defense is another important defense found amongst species of beetles, usually displaying bright colors. Some popular species of beetles are the following:-
- Violin Beetle :- This insects body is shaped like the musical instrument from which it got its name.
- Diving Beetle :- When in water, these beetles breathe air stored under their wing cases.
- Gold Beetle :- The glinting shine often confuses predators in the dark forests in which the gold beetle lives.
- Tortoise Beetle:- Its body is covered by a shell like "shell".
- Dung Beetle:- They roll dung in to a ball and carry along with them.
- Great Diving Beetle:- When in water, these breathe air stored under their wing cases.
- Devils Coach Horse :- This can run fast and gets its name from its speed and an Irish myth which it was believed to be the devil in disguise, out to eat sinners.
- Sexton Beetle :- Using its antennae, this beetle is able to sense dead animals from a distance.
- Jeweled frog beetle :- The outer skin reflects sunlight to make this beetle look like Jewel.
- Click Beetle :- When the beetle jumps, it makes a click sound.
Blister Beetle
Blister Beetles
These are plant eating beetles. They leak an oily and poisonous liquid when threatened. It burns the skin and causes it to blister. They come in many colors.
These are plant eating beetles. They leak an oily and poisonous liquid when threatened. It burns the skin and causes it to blister. They come in many colors.
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