Insects Flashcards
What is the scientific name of the Monarch butterfly?
Danaus plexippus
Known for its migration; found in North America, Central America, and Australia.
Which butterfly is known for its iridescent blue wings?
Blue Morpho
Scientific name: Morpho menelaus; native to Central and South American rainforests.
The Painted Lady butterfly is found on all continents except which one?
Antarctica
Scientific name: Vanessa cardui; widespread, migratory species with orange and black patterns.
What distinctive features do Swallowtail butterflies have?
Large, tail-like extensions on wings
Scientific name: Papilio machaon; found across Europe, Asia, and North America.
What is the coloration of the Queen butterfly?
Rusty brown with white spots
Scientific name: Danaus gilippus; native to the Americas.
Which butterfly is small and blue, found across Europe, Asia, and North Africa?
Common Blue
Scientific name: Polyommatus icarus.
What is a defining characteristic of the Glasswing butterfly?
Transparent wings
Scientific name: Greta oto; found in Central and South America’s tropical rainforests.
Which butterfly has black and yellow-striped wings?
Zebra Longwing
Scientific name: Heliconius charithonia; native to the Americas.
What unique feature does the Peacock butterfly have?
Eye-like wing patterns
Scientific name: Aglais io; found throughout Europe and Asia.
Which butterfly is recognized by red, black, and white markings?
Admiral
Scientific name: Vanessa atalanta; widely distributed across Europe, Asia, and North America.
Where is Rajah Brooke’s Birdwing butterfly endemic to?
Borneo, Sumatra, and the Malay Peninsula
Scientific name: Trogonoptera brookiana; metallic green patterns.
What is the coloration of the Small Tortoiseshell butterfly?
Bright orange and black
Scientific name: Aglais urticae; found throughout Europe and temperate Asia.
The Cabbage White butterfly is now found worldwide. True or False?
True
Scientific name: Pieris rapae; native to Europe and Asia.
What is the giant moth often mistaken for a butterfly?
Atlas Moth
Scientific name: Attacus atlas; native to Southeast Asia.
What unique feature does the Buckeye butterfly have for camouflage?
Eye-like spots
Scientific name: Junonia coenia; found across North and Central America.
What is the coloration of the Emerald Swallowtail butterfly?
Bright green patterns
Scientific name: Papilio palinurus; found in Southeast Asia.
Which butterfly has black wings with white spots?
Great Eggfly
Scientific name: Hypolimnas bolina; found in Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.
Where is the Clodius Parnassian butterfly native to?
Western United States and Canada
Scientific name: Parnassius clodius; white with translucent spots.
What is the conservation status of the Karner Blue butterfly?
Endangered
Scientific name: Lycaeides melissa samuelis; found in parts of North America.
What color are the hindwings of the Spicebush Swallowtail butterfly?
Iridescent blue
Scientific name: Papilio troilus; native to the eastern United States.
What is distinctive about the Orange Tip butterfly?
White butterfly with orange wing tips
Scientific name: Anthocharis cardamines; common in Europe and Asia.
What is the coloration of the Purple Emperor butterfly?
Iridescent purple wings
Scientific name: Apatura iris; found in Europe and parts of Asia.
Which butterfly is known for its red and black coloration?
Crimson Rose
Scientific name: Pachliopta hector; native to South Asia.
What is the coloration of the Postman butterfly?
Black with red and yellow markings
Scientific name: Heliconius melpomene; found in Central and South America.
What is the scientific name of the Morpho Butterfly?
Morpho peleides
Known for its shimmering blue coloration; native to Central and South America.
Which butterfly has tail-like extensions and is found in the Americas?
Long-Tailed Skipper
Scientific name: Urbanus proteus; especially tropical regions.
What is the largest North American butterfly?
Giant Swallowtail
Scientific name: Papilio cresphontes; features black and yellow wings.
What characteristic distinguishes the Comma Butterfly?
Ragged wing edges
Scientific name: Polygonia c-album; found in Europe and parts of Asia.
Which butterfly is known for its vibrant green wings?
Green Hairstreak
Scientific name: Callophrys rubi; native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa.
What colors are the wings of the Malachite Butterfly?
Green and black
Scientific name: Siproeta stelenes; found in Central and South America.
What is the scientific name of the Monarch butterfly?
Danaus plexippus
Known for its iconic orange-and-black coloration and migration patterns.
What are the key characteristics of the Cabbage White butterfly?
Small white butterfly with black wing spots
Commonly found in gardens and fields.
Which butterfly species is known for being migratory and widespread across North America?
Painted Lady (Vanessa cardui)
Features orange-and-black coloration.
What is the scientific name of the Eastern Tiger Swallowtail butterfly?
Papilio glaucus
Large yellow butterfly with black stripes.
Which butterfly is commonly found in parks, forests, and gardens and has striking red-orange bands?
Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta)
Characterized by its black wings.
Fill in the blank: The Monarch butterfly is known for its migration from Canada and the U.S. to _______.
Mexico
This migration is a significant aspect of its life cycle.
What habitats are the Painted Lady butterfly found in?
A variety of habitats across North America
This adaptability allows it to thrive in different environments.
What is a notable feature of the Eastern Tiger Swallowtail butterfly?
Large size and yellow color with black stripes
Frequently seen in wooded areas and gardens.
List three key characteristics of the Red Admiral butterfly.
- Black wings
- Striking red-orange bands
- Commonly found in parks, forests, and gardens
Its distinctive coloration makes it easily recognizable.
What order do beetles belong to?
Coleoptera.
What percentage of all known animal species are beetles?
About 25%.
What distinguishes beetles from other insects?
Hardened forewings called elytra.
What is the largest species of beetle by weight?
Goliath beetle (Goliathus spp.).
Which beetle is known for its ability to roll dung into balls?
Dung beetle.
What is the primary diet of ladybird beetles (ladybugs)?
Aphids and other plant pests.
What is the scientific name of the common stag beetle?
Lucanus cervus.
Which beetle is considered a major agricultural pest of stored grains?
Weevil (e.g., Sitophilus granarius).
What is the primary function of a beetle’s elytra?
To protect the delicate hindwings and body.
Which beetle is known for its bioluminescent glow?
Firefly (Lampyridae family).
What chemical do bombardier beetles spray as a defense mechanism?
A hot, noxious mixture of hydrogen peroxide and hydroquinone.
What is the smallest known beetle species?
Featherwing beetles (e.g., Scydosella musawasensis).
Which beetle species is famous for its rhinoceros-like horn?
Rhinoceros beetle (Dynastinae).
How many legs do beetles have?
Six legs.
What ancient civilization considered scarab beetles sacred?
Ancient Egypt.
Which beetle is known for its wood-boring habits and is a serious pest of trees?
Emerald ash borer (Agrilus planipennis).
How do beetles breathe?
Through spiracles connected to a tracheal system.
What type of metamorphosis do beetles undergo?
Complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult).
Which beetle was introduced to the U.S. to control aphid populations?
Ladybird beetle (ladybug).
How many species of beetles are estimated to exist worldwide?
Over 400,000 species.
What is the habitat of water beetles?
Aquatic environments like ponds, streams, and lakes.
Which beetle is known for its ability to mimic ants?
Rove beetle (Staphylinidae).
What is the primary food source for longhorn beetles?
Wood, which they bore into and consume.
Which beetle is associated with Christmas decorations in some cultures?
Christmas beetle (Anoplognathus spp.) in Australia.
What is the primary threat to beetle populations worldwide?
Habitat loss due to deforestation, agriculture, and urbanization.
