Time for some information, here are 20 interesting facts about stag beetles: 1. Stag beetles are members of the family Lucanidae and are found throughout the world, except in Australia and Antarctica. 2. The male stag beetles have large mandibles that resemble the antlers of a stag, hence the name “stag beetle.” 3. The size …
Gather the necessary materials: You will need the insect specimen, a pinning board, entomological pins, forceps, and a pair of sharp scissors. You may also want to use a magnifying glass to help you see the details of the specimen. Prepare the specimen: Carefully remove any debris or dirt from the specimen using a small …
Maria Sibylla Merian was born in Frankfurt on 13 April 1647, towards the end of the Thirty Years War (1618-1648). She was the youngest daughter of Matthaeus Merian the Elder (1593-1650), who after the death of his first wife married Johanna Sibylla Heim (ca. 1620-1690). Matthaeus Merian was originally from Basel and had trained in …
What is a Lantern Bug? Lantern bugs are members of the order Hemiptera, the order of insects containing what are commonly called “true bugs”. Most hemipterans feed on plants, as is the case with lantern bugs. The incredible structure that many lantern bugs exhibit on the top of their head, as seen in the image …