Syring+Elementary



Moth

This moth was found on my porch flying around. Moths, and particularly their caterpillars, are a major agricultural pest in many parts of the world. Moths are sturdy and usually are more resistant to pesticides than are mosquitoes and flies. Nocturnal insectivores often feed on moths; these include some bats, some species of owls and other species of birds. Moths are also eaten by some species of lizards, cats, dogs, rodents, and some bears. Moths frequently appear to circle artificial lights,although the reason for this behavior remains unknown.

Anthony D. Kidd

Mrs.Kimbrue/5th Grade



I found this one at my friend Donald's house.

Boxelder bugs feed on a variety of plants, but their favorite food is boxelder seed pods, which are found only on the female boxelder tree, and occasionally maple seeds. These bugs seldom develop in sufficient numbers to be a nuisance unless a female boxelder tree is in the neighborhood.

1 Colorado State University Extension entomologist and professor, bioagricultural sciences and pest management. 7/95. Revised 2/08.