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A Toxicology Primer for Student Inquiry: Biological Smoke Detectors
A thoroughly produced primer on toxicology of invertebrates. The author has attempted to update the traditional "canary in the coalmine" analogy to "smoke-detectors" for an audience not familiar with 19th century mining practice. An experiment is outlined, further ideas for future experiments give, description of various invertebrates along with their habits, a glossary, and references are supplied. It only lacks illustrations, but more than makes up for it with logical layout, and explanation.
A Toxicology Primer for Student Inquiry: Biological Smoke Detectors
A thoroughly produced primer on toxicology of invertebrates. The author has attempted to update the traditional "canary in the coalmine" analogy to "smoke-detectors" for an audience not familiar with 19th century mining practice. An experiment is outlined, further ideas for future experiments give, description of various invertebrates along with their habits, a glossary, and references are supplied. It only lacks illustrations, but more than makes up for it with logical layout, and explanation.
African Honey Bee: What You Need to Know
A frequently asked question sheet about the often sensationalized Africanized Honey Bee. The FAQ deals in large part with defensive behavior, distribution, and history of the subspecies, as well as bee proofing your home and other likely nesting areas. This document is Fact Sheet ENY-114, a series of the Entomology and Nemotology Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. Reviewed: March 1995. Revised: September 2005.
Batesian Mimicry
Nine photographs of well known dipteran, lepidopteran, and hemipteran mimics based on stinging or distasteful models. Photos are of high quality and useful for demonstrations or teaching insect identification.
Batesian Mimicry
Nine photographs of well known dipteran, lepidopteran, and hemipteran mimics based on stinging or distasteful models. Photos are of high quality and useful for demonstrations or teaching insect identification.
Bee Phylogeny
A non-journal article about the origin and history of modern bees. Links to discussion of bee fossils, genetic information, distribution of species, and an extensive bibliography are included.
Bee Phylogeny
A non-journal article about the origin and history of modern bees. Links to discussion of bee fossils, genetic information, distribution of species, and an extensive bibliography are included.
Beneficial Arthropods: Predators
Photographic gallery containing 133 different images, including adults and immatures, of 37 beneficial arthropod species or groups. The format is HTML. For any PC or Mac that has a CD-ROM drive and a Web browser. Photo quality is very high and many of the arthropods depicted are not often found in other sources.
Biological Control: A guide to Natural Enemies in North America
An introduction to integrated pest management and biological control concepts, organisms, and practices. Information on specific natural enemies. The guide provides accurate information on a range of natural enemies. While not completely comprehensive, the organisms which are treated are comprehensively described. Each organism is treated on a sperate webpage with information on lifecycle, host range, etc. No special needs are required to use this resource.
Biological Control: A Guide to Natural Enemies in North America
The page is divided into four sections on: Parasitoids, Predators, Pathogens, and Weed Feeders (herbivores). Each sub page lists a variety of the better known examples, which when clicked on, reveal photographs and details on life history, hosts, development and distribution.
Bugguide Identification, Images, & Information For Insects, Spiders & Their Kin For the United States & Canada
BugGuide is devoted to identification and natural history of insects through imagery. The images are uploaded and examined by amateur volunteers, and the site is hosted by Iowa State University. All of the insect orders and several non-insect arthropods are included in the database. There also is an interactive Lucid key available. Attempts are made to follow current taxonomic efforts. The site is easy to navigable through and has some very nice photos. (Not all photos were reviewed for taxonomic accuracy.)
Case Studies in Forensic Entomology
Ten examples of cases in which evidence from forensic entomology were used. Includes the species used. A good story-based introduction to how forensic entomology is used. However, specific descriptions of the methods employed to derive PMI estimates for each case study are not included. This is an general introduction to using insects in criminal investigations.
Caterpillars of Eastern Forests
Excellent photographic resource for identifying immature Lepidoptera of eastern forests of the U.S. and Canada arranged by family. Each photo includes a text description as well as a list of host plants. Other sections include photography tips, and species list.
Caterpillars of Eastern Forests
Excellent photographic resource for identifying immature Lepidoptera of eastern forests of the U.S. and Canada arranged by family. Each photo includes a text description as well as a list of host plants. Other sections include photography tips, and species list.
Cockroach dissection
A series of nine video clips from a cockroach dissection, showing structures of the digestive system (crop, gastric caeca, midgut, Malpighian tubules, hindgut), circulatory system (heart, aorta) and repiratory system (spiracles, tracheae, tracheoles). Ease of use: Text and video are extremely easy to use, although video 1 ("Dissection of a Cockroach Take 2", the title video) is unnecessary, particularly considering loading time. Also, due to differences in browsers and video dimensions, the background image can make it difficult to read the text in a screen that is not resized perfectly, making the site perhaps less user friendly/accessible to, for example, people with visual difficulties. Background necessary: Little if any necessary, although perhaps some additional information in text (e.g., duration of anaesthetization of the cockroach on ice) and pointers (e.g., arrows; such would aid in the circulatory system video, especially) during the videos via some post-video production editing would aid folks that are unfamiliar with the organs (specifically, lower division undergraduates). This should be minimally required though following a single run through by a lab instructor before a lab/video is demonstrated to students; should not be required at all for comparative morphologists. Regarding "core insect principles" below - I have included economic value and environmental services particularly due to the role that bacterial symbionts play in food digestion (as demosntrated in the video), while use of insects in inquiries is checked as cockroaches are excellent models for comparative physiology (e.g., tracheal & open circulatory system vs vertebrate cardiopulmonary system, and MTs vs kidneys). One last additional point is that the author "throws away" the fat body, discounting its very important role in insect biology - comparison at least to the kidney is warranted, particularly in light of its overwhelming presence inside the cockroach when dissected open (surely one student, at least, will ask why there's so much of it yet it's not discussed?).
COLLECTING AQUATIC INVERTEBRATES
This is a National Science Teachers Association PDF file located on Cornell University's website. The lesson plan is devoted to collecting and assessing stream macroinvertebrates for the purpose of stream water quality study. The last few pages feature some nice drawings of various grouips; stoneflies, beetle larvae, caddisflies, etc, with key determination characters, and an idea of their tolerance to pollution.
COLLECTING AQUATIC INVERTEBRATES
This is a National Science Teachers Association PDF file located on Cornell University's website. The lesson plan is devoted to collecting and assessing stream macroinvertebrates for the purpose of stream water quality study. The last few pages feature some nice drawings of various grouips; stoneflies, beetle larvae, caddisflies, etc, with key determination characters, and an idea of their tolerance to pollution.
Cornell University: Entomology 201.
The homepage of general entomology as taught by Dr. Bryan Danforth. Lecture topics are listed and most have PDF files of handouts or Power Points of the lectures attached for download. The focus of these lectures is on understanding insects, their form and function, life histories, and importance to our lives, health, and economy. A link to other entomology courses at Cornell is also provided.
Cornell University: Entomology 201.
The homepage of general entomology as taught by Dr. Bryan Danforth. Lecture topics are listed and most have PDF files of handouts or Power Points of the lectures attached for download. The focus of these lectures is on understanding insects, their form and function, life histories, and importance to our lives, health, and economy. A link to other entomology courses at Cornell is also provided.
Cryptic Coloration
Nine high-quality, interactive images showing insects that blend with their surroundings with spectacular success. Once selected, the image can be rolled-over to remove the background showing only the insect in question. Orchid mantid, several Lepidoptera, and a couple of Orthoptera are included.
Cryptic Coloration
Nine high-quality, interactive images showing insects that blend with their surroundings with spectacular success. Once selected, the image can be rolled-over to remove the background showing only the insect in question. Orchid mantid, several Lepidoptera, and a couple of Orthoptera are included.
Death watch beetle (Xestobium rufovillosum)
A short video clip of the famous Death Watch Beetle tapping on a substrate. Several other short videos of the beetle are also available. ARKive is a large British site devoted to wildlife images.
Death watch beetle (Xestobium rufovillosum)
A short video clip of the famous Death Watch Beetle tapping on a substrate. Several other short videos of the beetle are also available. ARKive is a large British site devoted to wildlife images.
Discover Entomology
This PDF created by the Entomological Society of America is a general brochure designed to advise students on where to go and how to prepare for a career in entomology. It highlights some of the major disciplines within entomology including forensics, conservation, and medical veterinary.
Discover Entomology
This PDF created by the Entomological Society of America is a general brochure designed to advise students on where to go and how to prepare for a career in entomology. It highlights some of the major disciplines within entomology including forensics, conservation, and medical veterinary.
Discover Entomology Texas A&M University
Texas A & M University general entomology page that has frequently asked questions and links to fact sheets about fire ants, honeybees, termites, and more. There is also considerable information about vegetable IPM, and management of other pests. Links to extension sites in other states, insect identification resources, and a picture gallery round out the site.
Discover Entomology Texas A&M University
Texas A & M University general entomology page that has frequently asked questions and links to fact sheets about fire ants, honeybees, termites, and more. There is also considerable information about vegetable IPM, and management of other pests. Links to extension sites in other states, insect identification resources, and a picture gallery round out the site.
Discover life: Insecta
This resource (for and by college students) is meant to be a taxonomic reference for all life. This section of the site focuses on the Insecta. The database is lucid key driven and includes valuable diagnostic and behavioral information about many insect groups as well as bibliographic references. This NSF-sponsored project includes work from the University of Guelph and Animal Diversity Web at the University of Michigan. Much of the site is considered a "skeleton" awaiting further contributions.
Discover life: Insecta
This resource (for and by college students) is meant to be a taxonomic reference for all life. This section of the site focuses on the Insecta. The database is lucid key driven and includes valuable diagnostic and behavioral information about many insect groups as well as bibliographic references. This NSF-sponsored project includes work from the University of Guelph and Animal Diversity Web at the University of Michigan. Much of the site is considered a "skeleton" awaiting further contributions.
Discoveries in the Dark
A National Geographic article about a variety of cave dwelling (troglobite) arthropods. The story dwells on eyeless spiders, translucent centipedes, and other arthropod cave-dwellers and speculates about their phylogenetic relations, as well as their endangered future. The site includes a link to a fine interactive map with images of many of the animals discussed.
Discoveries in the Dark
A National Geographic article about a variety of cave dwelling (troglobite) arthropods. The story dwells on eyeless spiders, translucent centipedes, and other arthropod cave-dwellers and speculates about their phylogenetic relations, as well as their endangered future. The site includes a link to a fine interactive map with images of many of the animals discussed.
Discovery Entomology at Texas A&M University
This site includes images, sounds, animation and videos on insects. Great site for undergraduate students learning about the world of insects. Insect images include beneficial insects, common insects, vegetable insects, and agricultural insects. Videos depict insects which include butterflies, ants, grasshoppers, and thrips. Sounds available are for cicadas. An audio section on fire ant sounds and songs about fire ants is entertaining and informative (even if some of ther biological information in the song Freddie Fire Ant, isn't exactly completely accurate). Quality of materials is uniformly accurate. A thrips video link is not working, however.
Entomological Society of America
The ESA website for professional and amateur entomologists alike. Provides peer reviewed publications, publishes the popular American Entomologist magazine, and handles all the registration for the various regional and national meetings of entomologists across the country. This is a valuable resource for student and professional alike.
Entomological Society of America
The ESA website for professional and amateur entomologists alike. Provides peer reviewed publications, publishes the popular American Entomologist magazine, and handles all the registration for the various regional and national meetings of entomologists across the country. This is a valuable resource for student and professional alike.
Entomology on World-Wide Web (WWW)
An A-Z listing of a wide variety of entomology based resources. Many university departments, Insect control facilities, and museums are represented here, as well as outlets for gathering collecting and curating gear. Other lings take you to Usenet Newsgroups, and List servers.
Entomology on World-Wide Web (WWW)
An A-Z listing of a wide variety of entomology based resources. Many university departments, Insect control facilities, and museums are represented here, as well as outlets for gathering collecting and curating gear. Other lings take you to Usenet Newsgroups, and List servers.
Fire Ants and the Decapitating Fly
Excellent summary of how the decapitating fly works as a biological control measure against fire ants. Unhurried pace with great supporting video. Good choice for introducing students to the idea of biological control. Video quality is extremely high and the depiction of the complete lifecycle of the fly is valuable.
Forensic Entomology
A succinct but clear introduction to forensic entomology with an emphasis on the role of the forensic investigator. Covers life cycles, protocols, information to collect at the scene. Also provides links to other forensic entomology websites and resources.
Forensic Entomology Bibliography
Bibliography of forensic entomology. 382 entries through 2006.
FORMIS: A Master Bibliography of Ant Literature
FORMIS is a composite of several ant literature databases. It contains citations for a large fraction of the world's ant literature (about 38,000 references). FORMIS contains all known ant taxonomic literature (through 1996). It also contains comprehensive bibliographies of leaf-cutting ants, fire ants, and Russian wood ants. FORMIS is also the only database which covers ant literature before the 1970s. For further details please see contributions and credits. This database is designed to allow convenient searches of titles, keywords and abstracts when available (online searches or downloads). Citations from this database can be exported to create specialty databases or personal reprint indexes. FORMIS is only updated every year or two, so it is not a source for the most recent ant literature.
Genera Ichneumonorum Nearcticae
An exhaustively researched page on the Ichneumonidae, their biology, classification, life history, and general morphology. Nine subfamilies are covered, and a lengthy references list is provided.
Genera Ichneumonorum Nearcticae
An exhaustively researched page on the Ichneumonidae, their biology, classification, life history, and general morphology. Nine subfamilies are covered, and a lengthy references list is provided.
General Entomology
A ten module online entomology course highlighting importance of insects, taxonomy, anatomy, growth and development, internal anatomy and physiology, behavior, ecology, and IPM. Each module includes learning objectives, well illustrated reading material, lab information, review and quiz materials, and audio slide shows. This is probably the finest online entomology course available to date.
General Entomology
A ten module online entomology course highlighting importance of insects, taxonomy, anatomy, growth and development, internal anatomy and physiology, behavior, ecology, and IPM. Each module includes learning objectives, well illustrated reading material, lab information, review and quiz materials, and audio slide shows. This is probably the finest online entomology course available to date.
General Entomology Study Materials
Another of Dr. John Meyer's excellent webpages devoted to teaching general entomology. This page includes five links that take you to "spot ID" characters for insect orders and some families. This page has some excellent photographs detailing the significant characteristics and an interactive phylogenetic tree. A second link takes you to a summary by family of important characteristics. Further links show old tests and quizzes for study reference.
Guide to the Bee Genera within Apidae
Excellent powerpoint presentations of bee genera in two separate files both on this site. Illustrated with full color photographs and morphological details where necessary.
Guide to the Bee Genera within Apidae
Excellent powerpoint presentations of bee genera in two separate files both on this site. Illustrated with full color photographs and morphological details where necessary.
Harvester ants
Shows several different views of harvester ants, a major food source of the Texas horned lizard. The video is large and a highspeed connection is recommended. The video shows ants entering their nest and moving on pathways that have been cleared of debris. The nest entrance has guards that are checking each of the returning ants.
HowStuffworks: How Wasps Work
A humorously written, well illustrated article about the lives, origins, ecology, and stings of wasps. The article is several pages long and includes an informative bibliography.
HowStuffworks: How Wasps Work
A humorously written, well illustrated article about the lives, origins, ecology, and stings of wasps. The article is several pages long and includes an informative bibliography.
INSECT & MITE IDENTIFICATION
About fifty pest and beneficial insects and arthropods are pictured and described on these pages. Most of the images are full color with excellent behavior and control information. Insects are categorized into foliage feeders, root feeders, sucking insects, and beneficial insects.
INSECT & MITE IDENTIFICATION
About fifty pest and beneficial insects and arthropods are pictured and described on these pages. Most of the images are full color with excellent behavior and control information. Insects are categorized into foliage feeders, root feeders, sucking insects, and beneficial insects.
Insect.org
This is a well-designed website that promotes insect appreciation and demonstrates the intricate relationships of insects and humans. The site is divided into four components: 1) entophiles, which includes photographs and short descriptions of more than 150 insects; 2) cedigest, which includes an impressive set of articles on insects and their roles in our culture; 3) class Insecta, which includes numerous beautiful examples of butterfly wing patterns, with descriptions; and 4) entolinks, which includes about 20 links (with brief reviews) to about 20 other insect-related web sites and resources. This web site affords a nice supplementary tool for entomological instruction, particularly at an introductory level, and should be a delight to students.
Insect.org
This is a well-designed website that promotes insect appreciation and demonstrates the intricate relationships of insects and humans. The site is divided into four components: 1) entophiles, which includes photographs and short descriptions of more than 150 insects; 2) cedigest, which includes an impressive set of articles on insects and their roles in our culture; 3) class Insecta, which includes numerous beautiful examples of butterfly wing patterns, with descriptions; and 4) entolinks, which includes about 20 links (with brief reviews) to about 20 other insect-related web sites and resources. This web site affords a nice supplementary tool for entomological instruction, particularly at an introductory level, and should be a delight to students.
Iowa Odonata Survey
This is a great site to get photographs, range information, seasonal abundance and checklists of dragonflies and damselflies that occur in Iowa. When you navigate to a particular species you not only find information and photos, but also a flight season calendar. The site also includes a section of Species of Concern. One neat feature is the option to display English or Latin names - this can come in handy to teachers and students learning scientific nomenclature.
leafcutter ants
A well thought-out site full of useful links, information, photographs, and references. Included are links to researchers, high resolution images, keys, and even references in movies.
leafcutter ants
A well thought-out site full of useful links, information, photographs, and references. Included are links to researchers, high resolution images, keys, and even references in movies.
Let's Talk About Insects
This is an excellent animated resource for introducing teachers and students to Entomology. The interactive Flash animation covers classification, basic anatomy, beneficial vs. pest insects, and life cycles. The dialogue is engaging, clear, and accurate at the elementary level. After completing the animation students have additional activities and exercises available to them. The links at the top of the page are particularly helpful. Users can access an index of the Flash animation slides, as well as a Teacher's Guide that includes example classroom activities and statewide learning standards for 3rd - 5th grades. Available in English and Spanish. Also available on CD.
Martin Hall Lecture on Forensic Entomology
Martin Hall, of the entomology department at the Natural History Museum in London, lectures on forensic entomology. He covers maggot behavior, the blow fly life cycle, how blow flies find a body and how to collect maggots. Requires QuickTime or Windows Media Player.
Mrnussbaum.com: Insects!
An interactive site devoted to general entomology and specific information on 12 charismatic insects species including, Monarch butterflies, Morpho butterflies, mandids, Luna moths, and crickets. The site includes insect descriptions, morphology, behavior, as well as games and other interactive insect oriented entertainment. Includes the often sited formula for calculating the temperature from chirping crickets.
Mrnussbaum.com: Insects!
An interactive site devoted to general entomology and specific information on 12 charismatic insects species including, Monarch butterflies, Morpho butterflies, mandids, Luna moths, and crickets. The site includes insect descriptions, morphology, behavior, as well as games and other interactive insect oriented entertainment. Includes the often sited formula for calculating the temperature from chirping crickets.
National Science Foundation: Inside a Beetle's Iridescence
Narrated Slide show well detailing University of Georgia's physical research on light reflection of beetle exoskeletons. Possible uses for various paints, and reflective surfaces are discussed.
North American Benthological Society
The website of NABS an international scientific community for the better understanding of organisms living on the bottoms of lakes and streams. Home of the journal of the North American Benthological Society. Links to annual meetings, education and outreach, jobs for students and postdocs are also accessible from this page.
North American Benthological Society
The website of NABS an international scientific community for the better understanding of organisms living on the bottoms of lakes and streams. Home of the journal of the North American Benthological Society. Links to annual meetings, education and outreach, jobs for students and postdocs are also accessible from this page.
On Maggots and Murders: Forensic Entomology
This is a very short and cursory introduction to forensic entomology. It is downloaded as a PDF and is a four-page article about how insects can be used to assess time of death. There is an emphasis on the role of blow flies. There are some color photos of marginal quality included.
Pests in and Around the Home
Knowledgebase of urban, structure, lawn and landscape pests. Includes sections on pest management theory; biting and stinging insects; pests of food, fabric and wood; occasional invaders; lawn pests; landscape pests, and some vertebrate pests. Includes pest identification keys. This is an excellent resource, although much of the material is specific to Florida. Vertebrate pest management sections are also of high quality and interesting. Requires a CD-ROM drive and a web browser. $25.
Photos of Ecological Adaptations
Many well illustrated examples, with many insects, of various forms of coloration or patterning for Camouflage, mating, communication, mimicry and other purposes. Examples for entomological use include walking sticks, katydids, moths, ambush bugs, and many others.
Photos of Ecological Adaptations
Many well illustrated examples, with many insects, of various forms of coloration or patterning for Camouflage, mating, communication, mimicry and other purposes. Examples for entomological use include walking sticks, katydids, moths, ambush bugs, and many others.
Pig Decomposition Video
Time-lapse video documenting the decomposition of a pig carcass over two weeks. Waves of colonization by insects are visible, but specific species or taxa are not clearly viewed. The quality of the video is dependent on the software used to view the video. The Window Media Player version gives the best quality.
Pollinators Gallery
Nine high quality photos of various insects important in pollination. Photos include several Hymenoptera, a soldier beetle, a fly, and several Lepidoptera. Photos are useful for demonstration, and for teaching insect identification.
Pollinators Gallery
Nine high quality photos of various insects important in pollination. Photos include several Hymenoptera, a soldier beetle, a fly, and several Lepidoptera. Photos are useful for demonstration, and for teaching insect identification.
Popular Classics in Entomology
This website provides a bibliography of about 45 popular classics in entomology, written as early as 1895 to as late as 2002, that emphasize the human side of entomology. The list, compiled by Lou Bjostad (Colorado State University), includes works from 1895 to 2002 and is arranged alphabetically by author. These books will inspire a love for insects and a fascination for the natural history of insects. Included are a wide range of books, from well-known works such as Rachel Carson's Silent Spring, to lesser known but, nonetheless, marvelous works such as Hans Zinsser's Rats, Lice, and History. All entomologists, as well as all biologists, should read everyone of these works.
Predators Gallery
Nine high quality insect predator photographs including a mantid, a tiger beetle, a lacewing, ambush bug, and more. Excellent for putting into classroom presentations, or use for teaching insect ecology or behavior.
Predators Gallery
Nine high quality insect predator photographs including a mantid, a tiger beetle, a lacewing, ambush bug, and more. Excellent for putting into classroom presentations, or use for teaching insect ecology or behavior.
Public Health Confronts the Mosquito
The purpose of this document is to serve as a catalyst for discussion and as a working document for public health practitioners and policy makers. The recommendations are not meant to answer all questions or meet all needs related to mosquito control. They will,however, be a tool for the public health community as it determines and solidifies the relationship between mosquito control and public health."
Public Health Confronts the Mosquito
The purpose of this document is to serve as a catalyst for discussion and as a working document for public health practitioners and policy makers. The recommendations are not meant to answer all questions or meet all needs related to mosquito control. They will,however, be a tool for the public health community as it determines and solidifies the relationship between mosquito control and public health."
Radar Entomology
Radar tracking used to profile insect migration, mating and flight patterns. Many links to various pages include current workers in radar entomology, historical uses of the technology, and many images.
Radar Entomology
Radar tracking used to profile insect migration, mating and flight patterns. Many links to various pages include current workers in radar entomology, historical uses of the technology, and many images.
Side view of carpenter ant
Close-up side view of carpenter ant feeding on artificial diet. Videoclip is very short and shows the antennae and mandibles of the ant as it examines the diet.
Singing Insects of North America
A guide to the songs produced by Orthoptera and cicadas in North America north of Mexico. Site includes sound files (as well as spectrograms of the sound files) of of some of the species described, keys to the groups, and many images. It is a work in progress and contributions are being solicited. The bibliographic references are quite extensive.
Singing Insects of North America
A guide to the songs produced by Orthoptera and cicadas in North America north of Mexico. Site includes sound files (as well as spectrograms of the sound files) of of some of the species described, keys to the groups, and many images. It is a work in progress and contributions are being solicited. The bibliographic references are quite extensive.
Social Behavior of Polistine Wasps
Wasp behavior recorded in video format, and discussed at length. Behaviors discussed include, lunging, chewing, egg-laying, and fighting. Other links include information about genetic work being done, and general wasp info.
Social Behavior of Polistine Wasps
Wasp behavior recorded in video format, and discussed at length. Behaviors discussed include, lunging, chewing, egg-laying, and fighting. Other links include information about genetic work being done, and general wasp info.
Systematic Entomology : Electronic Publications: Newsgroups, Newsletters, and List servers
A source for a variety of electronic newsletters, and list servers to distribute regular information from teachers, experts in the field, and other interested parties about a variety of arthropod topics, including insects, spiders, and museum collections.
Systematic Entomology : Electronic Publications: Newsgroups, Newsletters, and List servers
A source for a variety of electronic newsletters, and list servers to distribute regular information from teachers, experts in the field, and other interested parties about a variety of arthropod topics, including insects, spiders, and museum collections.
Termite Trails
This Australian website is an interactive activity where students learn about the importance of termites to the Savanna ecosystem. Students explore the castes of termites, the home structure and function, and the impact of the colonies on the surrounding landscape. A decent ecology primer, as well as introduction to termites. Other website links lead to other savanna information.
Termite Trails
This Australian website is an interactive activity where students learn about the importance of termites to the Savanna ecosystem. Students explore the castes of termites, the home structure and function, and the impact of the colonies on the surrounding landscape. A decent ecology primer, as well as introduction to termites. Other website links lead to other savanna information.
The Almost Official Mayfly Page
A page concerned mainly with Hexagenia spp. mayflies, their common name, and "hatching" behavior as it applies to fishing, and concerned human witnesses of the event. Nice discussions of environmental impacts, the many common names, and importance to fishing is included. Most impressive are the series of molt photographs documenting the subimagal molt to adult, Ephemeroptera are the only group that molts after flying!
The Almost Official Mayfly Page
A page concerned mainly with Hexagenia spp. mayflies, their common name, and "hatching" behavior as it applies to fishing, and concerned human witnesses of the event. Nice discussions of environmental impacts, the many common names, and importance to fishing is included. Most impressive are the series of molt photographs documenting the subimagal molt to adult, Ephemeroptera are the only group that molts after flying!
The Bee Genera of Eastern Canada
Some 39 genera of bees, illustrated with full habitus photos, are included in this online article. Information about nests, behavior, floral relationships, as well as conservation are thoroughly covered. Includes an extensive references section.
The Bee Genera of Eastern Canada
Some 39 genera of bees, illustrated with full habitus photos, are included in this online article. Information about nests, behavior, floral relationships, as well as conservation are thoroughly covered. Includes an extensive references section.
The Bizarre Biology of Bugs
This website provides a wonderful, light-hearted but scientifically sound introduction to entomology, taught by Cornell University's Department of Entomology. The entire course is presented, complete with syllabus, lectures, and various downloadable handouts. It features about 20 lecture topics spread over 28 class periods, with excellent visual aids that can be downloaded in PowerPoint format. The course emphasizes insect biology and insect interactions with humans. Lecture topics include insect diversity, development, vision, communication, pollination, pest management, predators and parasitoids, societies, vectors of disease, and more. The course assumes no previous exposure to insect biology.
The Secret Society of Superorganisms
National Public Radio audio slideshow about ants and eusociality, as well has Wilson and Holldobler's newest book (as of this writing)mainly about leafcutter ants and their giant colonies. An excerpt of the book is included as well as audio of Dr. Wilson discussing ants.
The Secret Society of Superorganisms
National Public Radio audio slideshow about ants and eusociality, as well has Wilson and Holldobler's newest book (as of this writing)mainly about leafcutter ants and their giant colonies. An excerpt of the book is included as well as audio of Dr. Wilson discussing ants.
The Walter Reed Biosystematics Unit
This US Government site is dedicated to classification, and identification of arthropods of medical importance. Several links take you to keys to medically important sand flies, mosquitoes, scorpions, ticks and fleas. It also hosts a discussion forum, and catalogs of mosquitoes and sand flies (as of this writing not yet functioning).
Tree of Life Web Project
The Tree of Life Project is a classification project based on current taxonomic information for all groups of organisms. This is the INSECTA page, which is a portal to the rest of the pages for all insect groups. It includes images, phylogenetic relationships, and extensive references. This is a great start to learning about a new group of insects, or any other life form.
Warning Colors
Nine high-quality photographs of insects that demonstrate bright yellows and oranges, often in banded patterns, which provide predators information about distaste or poison. Great for demonstrations or insect identification lessons.
Warning Colors
Nine high-quality photographs of insects that demonstrate bright yellows and oranges, often in banded patterns, which provide predators information about distaste or poison. Great for demonstrations or insect identification lessons.
Welcome to the Volunteer Stream Monitoring Interactive Verification Program
From the Chironomidae Research Group a lucid picture selection toward identification of stream insects. Orders covered are the usual array of aquatic insects: Ephemeroptera, Odonata, Plecoptera, Hemiptera, Megaloptera, Neuroptera, Trichoptera, Leipidoptera, Coleoptera, and of course, Diptera. Picture links take you to family level photographs.
Wood-dwelling insects
Nine insects in high-quality photos that specialize in wood-feeding, and habitation. In many cases insects are pictured with their damage. Several common wood-boring beetles are included.
Wood-dwelling insects
Nine insects in high-quality photos that specialize in wood-feeding, and habitation. In many cases insects are pictured with their damage. Several common wood-boring beetles are included. |
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01-16-2009: