Search Results | insect

Your search for "insect" returned 1,096 results

Meet 5 Lazarus Species, Animals Once Presumed Extinct, But Alive and Well

animals.howstuffworks.com/endangered-species/lazarus-species.htm

Sometimes organisms, thought to be long gone from the world, rise from extinction like Lazarus from the dead, though it is a rare occurrence.

10 Unusual and Rare Flowers You Won't Find in Most Gardens

home.howstuffworks.com/gardening/garden-design/10-most-unusual-flowers.htm

Flowers are a matter of pride for gardeners, a means of expression for lovers and they play a role in some of our most joyous and somber societal rituals. But not all flowers are bright colors and perfumed scents. Some are quite unusual.

There Are Millions of Animal Species, So We'll Be Impressed If You Can Identify 11!

play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/there-are-millions-of-animal-species-so-well-be-impressed-if-you-can-identify-11

Before you go dachshund through these questions, slow down and take your time. You don't need any koalafications to do well on this quiz, but if you're owl by yourself, you might find it an emusing way to pass some time!

Will a butterfly die if I touch its wings?

animals.howstuffworks.com/insects/butterfly-wing-fragility.htm

Butterfly wing fragility seems like a given, but these delicate parts can stand up to surprising elements. Learn more about butterfly wing fragility.

Do You Know If These Garden Bugs Are Helpful or Harmful?

play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/know-these-garden-bugs-helpful

There is no doubt that bugs love gardens. Gardeners know, however, that not every bug should be welcomed with open arms. Do you know enough about bugs AND gardening to say which of these bugs are helpful and which are harmful to garden plants? Dig into the quiz and find out.

The Ultimate Bee Quiz

play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/bee-quiz

There's something both sweet and frightening about bees. That they sting is and fly in swarms, frightens many people, but then there is all that honey. What is it about bees that we find so interesting? Take our quiz to learn more about these delightful honey makers.

10 Most Beautiful Birds That Look Too Cool to Be Real

animals.howstuffworks.com/birds/most-beautiful-birds.htm

Some birds look like they flew straight out of a crayon box. With bold colors, long tail feathers, and shimmering plumes, they put even the most flamboyant fashion shows to shame.

Asian Lady Beetle vs. Ladybug: Yes, There's a Difference

animals.howstuffworks.com/insects/asian-lady-beetle-vs-ladybug.htm

Ladybugs might look alike at first glance, but not all of them are beneficial garden guests. If you're looking at a potential invader and unsure if it's an Asian lady beetle vs. ladybug, your confusion is entirely valid.

Pixie Frog: This Giant African Bullfrog Is Neither Dainty Nor Magical

animals.howstuffworks.com/amphibians/pixie-frog.htm

The pixie frog is not the kind of frog you'd find hopping harmlessly around your garden pond. Also called the African giant bullfrog, this enormous amphibian is known scientifically as Pyxicephalus adspersus.

How to Keep Roaches Away and Prevent Infestations

home.howstuffworks.com/home-improvement/household-hints-tips/insect-control/preventing-cockroaches.htm

If you live on planet Earth, it's pretty much guaranteed you've had a run-in with a cockroach. Here's how to prevent it from happening frequently.

141 - 150