KIDS QUIZ
INSECTS AND BUGS
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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An essay about how, where and why the insect was collected
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A list of the foods that pair well with each insect, in case you decide to eat them
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Identification tags that indicate the scientific name and where the insect was found
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Pinning is the only requirement for the collection
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Detailed explanation-1: -To be of scientific value, each specimen must be accompanied by information including the location (county and state) and date (day, month, year) of its capture and the name or initials of the collector.
Detailed explanation-2: -Sifting debris is a good way to collect small insects and arthropods. 1, a cloth bag is attached to the sifter; 2, leaf litter or other debris are added to the sifter; 3, the material is vigorously shaken; 4, specimens within the collected, sifted material are later extracted with a Berlese funnel or similar device.
Detailed explanation-3: -Collecting Techniques Hand-collecting, turning over logs and rocks and other objects. Unbaited pitfall traps. Pitfall traps baited with carrion, dung, yeast, or fermented fruits. Hand-collecting, or use of sweep nets, beating trays, aspirators.