Category: Insects

In the United States, when they talk about fire ants they usually refer to the imported red fire ant from the European country of Argentina.  These ants were transported to the States in the 1930’s through the port of Mobile, Alabama.  Since then, these fire ants (SolenopsisInvicta) became a US citizen most especially in the…

Jewel beetles in their vivid coloring may be one of the most attractive insects (at least in human perspective).  They always have this iridescent or metallic look usually in their undersides that casts glamor enough to dazzle humans.   Because of this, they are called metallic wood borers or flat-head borers.   Though we may find…

Jerusalem crickets may be a little bit unsettling to most of its first-time spectators even if they are not entomophobic.  Looking at them, you may think of an ant in steroids with huge humanoid head and dark menacing eyes.  Yeah, it will be just understandable if you come running away from it, screaming your guts…

Ladybugs… those round red bugs with black polka dots seem to fascinate both kids and adults alike.  They are often put as a subject in murals for kindergarten schools or classrooms.       Check this out: Ladybugs are not bugs but BEETLES. According to Entomology, the term bug is applied for insects under the…

Black widow spiders have a dark reputation not only of their venom but particularly what its name actually conveys.  Just like when a person has been tagged with sinister labels, black widows are also plagued with controversies.   In this article we’re going to point out 5 amazing facts (not myths) about the black widow…