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Which appendages in arachnids are responsible for web production?

Pectines

Chelicera

Pedipalps

Spinnarets (correct)

What is the function of the telson in scorpions?

Finding a mate

Web production

Detecting prey

Producing venom (correct)

How can the gender of spiders be determined accurately?

By measuring their size

By examining the excuvium under stereomicroscopy (correct)

By counting their legs

By observing their behavior

Which part of the spider's body contains the brain and nervous tissue?

The prosoma Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the tibial spurs in male tarantulas?

To aid in mating Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the perilymphatic space in the spider's body?

To maintain haemolymphatic pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of gender determination at a young age in tarantulas?

To prevent inbreeding Signup and view all the answers

Which method is recommended for euthanasia of arachnids?

Immersion in 70% alcohol Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of anaesthesia after removal from the induction chamber?

20 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What is used as an indicator of early stages of anaesthesia in arachnids?

Loss of righting reflex Signup and view all the answers

Which action can be taken to effectively plug a leak in the spider's body?

Using cyanoacrylate glues Signup and view all the answers

What is the voluntary action required for limb removal in spiders?

Autotomy Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the spider's leg usually detaches easily during autotomy?

Gracilis muscle Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for dehydration in spiders?

Placing the spider in a shallow dish of water Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of morbidity and mortality in captive invertebrates?

Inadequate water temperature Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended method for removing chlorine from tap water?

Allowing the water to stand overnight Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the water requirements of desert-adapted species?

They can efficiently conserve water Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended method for presenting water to insects in captivity?

Water droplets Signup and view all the answers

Which structure in the gastropod is responsible for rasping food?

The teeth or radula Signup and view all the answers

Which type of infection is more serious and generally only seen after death?

Fungal infections Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the style sac in the stomach of herbivorous gastropods?

To mix food in the stomach Signup and view all the answers

What temperature range is recommended for artificially incubating an egg sac to prevent fungal infection?

25.5-28C Signup and view all the answers

Which is the main carrier of oxygen in gastropods?

Haemocyanin Signup and view all the answers

Which family of nematodes is commonly reported in tarantulas and causes gradual lethargy?

Pangrolaimidae Signup and view all the answers

Where do the kidneys or metanephridia of gastropods empty into?

The palladial cavity Signup and view all the answers

Which type of mites are commonly found on the proximal leg joints of spiders?

Prostigmata Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the basic structure of insects?

Insects have a head, thorax, and abdomen with 3 pairs of legs attached to the thoracic segment. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the reproductive organs of worker bees?

Worker bees have atrophied reproductive organs. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the proventricular valve in nectar feeders?

The proventricular valve regulates the flow of nectar into the crop or honey sac. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the periostracum in gastropods?

The periostracum is the outer layer of the shell that provides protection. Signup and view all the answers