Lesson 24 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the English meaning for Hymenoptera?
A
membrane-winged
2
Q
What are the two main characteristics for the Hymenoptera order?
A
slender waist; stingers
3
Q
How many knobs does a red ant, or fire ant, have?
A
2
4
Q
Why is the sting of some hook-wing insects like a sword?
A
The sting is used to fight with or to kill things for food
5
Q
When comparing the shapes of different kinds of wasps, what should you particularly notice?
A
the difference in the thread joining the thorax and abdomen
6
Q
Name the insect and its order.
A
Hornet; Hymenoptera
7
Q
Name the insect and its order.
A
Paper Wasp; Hymenoptera
8
Q
Name the insect and its order.
A
Yellow Jacket; Hymenoptera
