Araneus ventricosus and Male Fireflies Quiz
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What role do the male fireflies play in the hunting strategy of the Araneus ventricosus spider?

  • They help construct the spider's web.
  • They are consumed to gain nutritional benefits.
  • They provide light for navigation.
  • They act as bait by emitting altered mating signals. (correct)

    • What was the primary observation regarding fireflies when spiders were present?

  • Fireflies were less likely to be caught.
  • Fireflies attacked the spiders.
  • Fireflies emitted normal flashing patterns.
  • Fireflies emitted female-like signals. (correct)

    • In which areas is the Araneus ventricosus primarily found?

  • North America and Europe
  • China, Japan, and Korea (correct)
  • Australia and New Zealand
  • South America and Africa

    • How do researchers believe the spider's venom affects fireflies?

    <p>It interferes with the firefly's oxygen supply.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What unusual observation was made regarding the male fireflies found in orb-weaver spider webs?

    <p>They emitted a single flash instead of two.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguished the wrapping of fireflies from other insects by spiders?

    <p>Fireflies were wrapped in a light layer of silk.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did researchers test the hypothesis about the altered signals of fireflies in relation to the spider's hunting strategy?

    <p>By dividing orb-weaver webs into experimental groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following groups was used as a control in the firefly, spider experiment?

    <p>Group with no fireflies or spiders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the timing of the orb-weaver spider's web building in relation to firefly behavior?

    <p>It coincides with the mating period of the fireflies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What future research direction do the scientists intend to pursue?

    <p>Investigating similar manipulative behaviors in other species.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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