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Tag Archives: Predator
When a Spider Loses a Leg, Does Its Whole Hydraulic System Lose Pressure?
Written by Joe Ballenger @BugQuestions whenever a spider loses a leg, does its whole hydraulic system loses pressure as well? My ghost spider lost a leg and froze. — Katzider (@katzider) April 10, 2015 This question came to us from … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Physiology
Tagged Beneficial Insects, Education, Insect Killing, Pets, Physiology, Predator, Science, Science Communicaiton, Spiders, Veterinary Care
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The Daily Catch: Patience and Spring Traps
Written by Nancy Miorelli The other day I received an email from a former student about the persistence and strength demonstrated by praying mantises. Yes, she did say birds. It is pretty amazing when you think about how mantises can capture … Continue reading
Posted in Behavior, Ecology, Physiology
Tagged ambush predator, biomechanics, camouflage, hunting, Mantis, March Mantid Madness, Predator
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Gardening and Beneficial Insects
Written by Nancy Miorelli Spring’s right around the corner! Well, for those of us who aren’t heaped under mountains of snow. To kickstart spring, this month we’re going to post all about mantises! So shoot us your questions! Some of … Continue reading
Posted in Culture, Ecology, Pollination
Tagged Beneficial Insects, Gardens, Insects, March Mantid Madness, Predator
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