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A small and dynamic terrestrial insect, dindymus brevis often occupies warm, arid environments where it feeds primarily on the seeds of herbaceous plants. Specifically adapted to such dry habitats, it has developed an efficient reproductive strategy with females laying eggs that can withstand periods of drought. As a nymph, its vibrant coloration warns potential predators of its unpalatability, a trait that persists into adulthood along with the development of wings, which facilitate not only flight but also the emission of distinct ultrasonic signals used in communication and mate attraction.
Scantius aegyptius, the Mediterranean red bug, is a species of red bug in the family Pyrrhocoridae. Considered an invasive species in North America, it was discovered to have made its first appearance in America on June 13, 2009 by Doug Peltz, the American science communicator.
Probergrothius nigricornis is a species of bug found in tropical Asia. They feed primarily on the seeds of Malvales. The antennae are all black, the first and second segments nearly equal and the third is the shortest. The fore femora are serrate on the underside. P. sanguinolens which overlaps in distribution has the terminal antennal segment pale and the second segment longer than the first.
Resplendent in its contrastingly patterned exoskeleton, dysdercus poecilus can be observed with distinctive red and black markings across its back, an adaptation that serves both as a warning to predators and a mechanism for mate attraction. This species is known for its unique puncturing and sucking mouthparts, demonstrating a preference for the seeds of malvaceous plants as nourishment, which they access using specialized enzymes to break down complex plant tissues.
The nymphs moult five times as they grow. The first and second instar nymphs are orange/red, and the third instar has emerging wingpads and is orange at first, deepening in colour by the second day. The fourth instar is crimson and cylindrical with larger, darker wingpads and the fifth instar is similar, with prominent dark wingpads, black antennae and legs. The adult insect is also crimson, with a pair of black spots on the forewings. The membranous hind wings are concealed under the forewings when the insect is at rest. Males are about 14 mm (0.6 in) in length and females are a little larger.
With a strikingly patterned exoskeleton, dysdercus decussatus is a vision of contrasts in its habitat. This creature navigates its environment with specialized beak-like mouthparts adapted for piercing and sucking fluids from plant hosts, primarily feeding on seeds. As it matures from nymph to adult, its diet diversifies, reflecting changes in mouthpart structure and digestive capability. A meticulous consumer, dysdercus decussatus plays a role in seed dispersal and plant population dynamics within its ecological community.
Western honey bee（Apis mellifera） is the most common species of honeybee in the world. Among the first domesticated insects, its cultural and economic impact on humanity has been vast and far-reaching, providing honey, wax and its services as a pollinator. Western honey bee faces challenges worldwide, such as colony collapse disorder, and populations are thought to be decreasing.
The monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is the most recognizable butterfly in North America. It is best known for its appearance, but should be better known for the fact that it has a 3000-mile migration that takes the butterfly 4 generations to complete. Their diet is also a natural deterrent for predators, as they eat milkweed, a poison that induces vomiting.
The japanese rhinoceros beetle (Trypoxylus dichotomus) is a massive beetle about the size of the palm of a hand. It's distinguished by its long Y-shaped horn, which it uses to fight other males with. It's a nocturnal bug that feeds on sap and sweet fruits. This species is sometimes kept as a pet due to its unique appearance and simple care requirements.
The silken threads produced by silkworm during its larval stage have been highly coveted for millennia, manifesting as a luxurious fabric in human society. Remarkably, this creature has a singular diet, feeding exclusively on the leaves of its primary host plant from which it extracts the necessary nutrients to facilitate its transition into a non-feeding, winged adult.
Menelaus blue morpho (Morpho menelaus) is a gorgeous butterfly with large, royal blue wings. Linnaeus named the genus Morpho the Aphrodite-Ancient Greek goddess of love and beauty for its extreme beauty. It is native to tropical rainforests. Though many butterfly gardens now cultivate them in captivity, there are still many people who never get a chance to see them.
While the atlas moth (Attacus atlas) can't tell you where to find your country on the map, it does earn its name through other means. It is one of the largest moths in the world, with a wingspan that is far larger than its body, creating an abnormal comparison. In India, their silk is gathered in a non-commercial capacity and is considered to be more durable than the domestic silkworm.
Both sexes reach about 5 mm in body length. Females and immatures of both sexes are brown but have color patterns by which they can be distinguished from related species. Also, the males dance to attract females.
Often confused for the ladybug, multicolored asian ladybeetle (Harmonia axyridis) is a separate species that, unlike the ladybug, is a household pest. It is considered particularly annoying for its habit of returning to places from which it is removed. One of the most variable species in the world, there are many different colors and patterns multicolored asian ladybeetle may display, making identification potentially difficult.
