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Insects Flashcards

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What is the scientific name of the Monarch butterfly?

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Danaus plexippus

Known for its migration; found in North America, Central America, and Australia.

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Which butterfly is known for its iridescent blue wings?

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Blue Morpho

Scientific name: Morpho menelaus; native to Central and South American rainforests.

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The Painted Lady butterfly is found on all continents except which one?

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Antarctica

Scientific name: Vanessa cardui; widespread, migratory species with orange and black patterns.

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What distinctive features do Swallowtail butterflies have?

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Large, tail-like extensions on wings

Scientific name: Papilio machaon; found across Europe, Asia, and North America.

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What is the coloration of the Queen butterfly?

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Rusty brown with white spots

Scientific name: Danaus gilippus; native to the Americas.

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Which butterfly is small and blue, found across Europe, Asia, and North Africa?

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Common Blue

Scientific name: Polyommatus icarus.

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What is a defining characteristic of the Glasswing butterfly?

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Transparent wings

Scientific name: Greta oto; found in Central and South America’s tropical rainforests.

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Which butterfly has black and yellow-striped wings?

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Zebra Longwing

Scientific name: Heliconius charithonia; native to the Americas.

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What unique feature does the Peacock butterfly have?

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Eye-like wing patterns

Scientific name: Aglais io; found throughout Europe and Asia.

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Which butterfly is recognized by red, black, and white markings?

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Admiral

Scientific name: Vanessa atalanta; widely distributed across Europe, Asia, and North America.

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Where is Rajah Brooke’s Birdwing butterfly endemic to?

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Borneo, Sumatra, and the Malay Peninsula

Scientific name: Trogonoptera brookiana; metallic green patterns.

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What is the coloration of the Small Tortoiseshell butterfly?

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Bright orange and black

Scientific name: Aglais urticae; found throughout Europe and temperate Asia.

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The Cabbage White butterfly is now found worldwide. True or False?

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True

Scientific name: Pieris rapae; native to Europe and Asia.

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What is the giant moth often mistaken for a butterfly?

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Atlas Moth

Scientific name: Attacus atlas; native to Southeast Asia.

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What unique feature does the Buckeye butterfly have for camouflage?

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Eye-like spots

Scientific name: Junonia coenia; found across North and Central America.

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What is the coloration of the Emerald Swallowtail butterfly?

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Bright green patterns

Scientific name: Papilio palinurus; found in Southeast Asia.

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Which butterfly has black wings with white spots?

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Great Eggfly

Scientific name: Hypolimnas bolina; found in Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.

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Where is the Clodius Parnassian butterfly native to?

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Western United States and Canada

Scientific name: Parnassius clodius; white with translucent spots.

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What is the conservation status of the Karner Blue butterfly?

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Endangered

Scientific name: Lycaeides melissa samuelis; found in parts of North America.

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What color are the hindwings of the Spicebush Swallowtail butterfly?

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Iridescent blue

Scientific name: Papilio troilus; native to the eastern United States.

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What is distinctive about the Orange Tip butterfly?

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White butterfly with orange wing tips

Scientific name: Anthocharis cardamines; common in Europe and Asia.

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What is the coloration of the Purple Emperor butterfly?

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Iridescent purple wings

Scientific name: Apatura iris; found in Europe and parts of Asia.

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Which butterfly is known for its red and black coloration?

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Crimson Rose

Scientific name: Pachliopta hector; native to South Asia.

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What is the coloration of the Postman butterfly?

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Black with red and yellow markings

Scientific name: Heliconius melpomene; found in Central and South America.

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What is the scientific name of the Morpho Butterfly?

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Morpho peleides

Known for its shimmering blue coloration; native to Central and South America.

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Which butterfly has tail-like extensions and is found in the Americas?

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Long-Tailed Skipper

Scientific name: Urbanus proteus; especially tropical regions.

27
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What is the largest North American butterfly?

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Giant Swallowtail

Scientific name: Papilio cresphontes; features black and yellow wings.

28
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What characteristic distinguishes the Comma Butterfly?

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Ragged wing edges

Scientific name: Polygonia c-album; found in Europe and parts of Asia.

29
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Which butterfly is known for its vibrant green wings?

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Green Hairstreak

Scientific name: Callophrys rubi; native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa.

30
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What colors are the wings of the Malachite Butterfly?

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Green and black

Scientific name: Siproeta stelenes; found in Central and South America.

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What is the scientific name of the Monarch butterfly?

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Danaus plexippus

Known for its iconic orange-and-black coloration and migration patterns.

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What are the key characteristics of the Cabbage White butterfly?

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Small white butterfly with black wing spots

Commonly found in gardens and fields.

33
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Which butterfly species is known for being migratory and widespread across North America?

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Painted Lady (Vanessa cardui)

Features orange-and-black coloration.

34
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What is the scientific name of the Eastern Tiger Swallowtail butterfly?

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Papilio glaucus

Large yellow butterfly with black stripes.

35
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Which butterfly is commonly found in parks, forests, and gardens and has striking red-orange bands?

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Red Admiral (Vanessa atalanta)

Characterized by its black wings.

36
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Fill in the blank: The Monarch butterfly is known for its migration from Canada and the U.S. to _______.

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Mexico

This migration is a significant aspect of its life cycle.

37
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What habitats are the Painted Lady butterfly found in?

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A variety of habitats across North America

This adaptability allows it to thrive in different environments.

38
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What is a notable feature of the Eastern Tiger Swallowtail butterfly?

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Large size and yellow color with black stripes

Frequently seen in wooded areas and gardens.

39
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List three key characteristics of the Red Admiral butterfly.

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  • Black wings
  • Striking red-orange bands
  • Commonly found in parks, forests, and gardens

Its distinctive coloration makes it easily recognizable.

40
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What order do beetles belong to?

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Coleoptera.

41
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What percentage of all known animal species are beetles?

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About 25%.

42
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What distinguishes beetles from other insects?

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Hardened forewings called elytra.

43
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What is the largest species of beetle by weight?

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Goliath beetle (Goliathus spp.).

44
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Which beetle is known for its ability to roll dung into balls?

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Dung beetle.

45
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What is the primary diet of ladybird beetles (ladybugs)?

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Aphids and other plant pests.

46
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What is the scientific name of the common stag beetle?

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Lucanus cervus.

47
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Which beetle is considered a major agricultural pest of stored grains?

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Weevil (e.g., Sitophilus granarius).

48
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What is the primary function of a beetle’s elytra?

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To protect the delicate hindwings and body.

49
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Which beetle is known for its bioluminescent glow?

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Firefly (Lampyridae family).

50
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What chemical do bombardier beetles spray as a defense mechanism?

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A hot, noxious mixture of hydrogen peroxide and hydroquinone.

51
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What is the smallest known beetle species?

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Featherwing beetles (e.g., Scydosella musawasensis).

52
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Which beetle species is famous for its rhinoceros-like horn?

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Rhinoceros beetle (Dynastinae).

53
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How many legs do beetles have?

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Six legs.

54
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What ancient civilization considered scarab beetles sacred?

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Ancient Egypt.

55
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Which beetle is known for its wood-boring habits and is a serious pest of trees?

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Emerald ash borer (Agrilus planipennis).

56
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How do beetles breathe?

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Through spiracles connected to a tracheal system.

57
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What type of metamorphosis do beetles undergo?

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Complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult).

58
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Which beetle was introduced to the U.S. to control aphid populations?

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Ladybird beetle (ladybug).

59
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How many species of beetles are estimated to exist worldwide?

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Over 400,000 species.

60
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What is the habitat of water beetles?

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Aquatic environments like ponds, streams, and lakes.

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Which beetle is known for its ability to mimic ants?

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Rove beetle (Staphylinidae).

62
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What is the primary food source for longhorn beetles?

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Wood, which they bore into and consume.

63
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Which beetle is associated with Christmas decorations in some cultures?

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Christmas beetle (Anoplognathus spp.) in Australia.

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What is the primary threat to beetle populations worldwide?

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Habitat loss due to deforestation, agriculture, and urbanization.

Sam's Animals and Ecology (12 decks)

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