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Which type of caterpillars have "urticating hairs" that produce burning and itching when touched?
Which type of caterpillars have "urticating hairs" that produce burning and itching when touched?
Which of the following is a venomous arthropod that stings?
Which of the following is a venomous arthropod that stings?
What is a common symptom of contact with urticating hairs from certain caterpillars?
What is a common symptom of contact with urticating hairs from certain caterpillars?
Which venomous arthropod is known for its painful sting?
Which venomous arthropod is known for its painful sting?
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What type of reaction can occur in some individuals after exposure to certain arthropod venoms?
What type of reaction can occur in some individuals after exposure to certain arthropod venoms?
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Which of the following venomous arthropods is not typically known for its painful bite?
Which of the following venomous arthropods is not typically known for its painful bite?
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Which type of insect is known to capture and glue its eggs to the abdomen of another fly?
Which type of insect is known to capture and glue its eggs to the abdomen of another fly?
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What is the common effect of contact with the frass of certain beetles?
What is the common effect of contact with the frass of certain beetles?
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What is the duration of the life cycle of a certain parasitic insect?
What is the duration of the life cycle of a certain parasitic insect?
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Which type of insect is known to cause urticating reactions in humans?
Which type of insect is known to cause urticating reactions in humans?
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What is the result of ingesting certain beetles in horses?
What is the result of ingesting certain beetles in horses?
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Which type of insect is known to lay its eggs on the skin of an animal, causing intestinal myiasis?
Which type of insect is known to lay its eggs on the skin of an animal, causing intestinal myiasis?
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What is the time frame in which white pustules occur after a sting?
What is the time frame in which white pustules occur after a sting?
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Which insect bites for leverage before stinging?
Which insect bites for leverage before stinging?
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What is the psychological fear of insects called?
What is the psychological fear of insects called?
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What is the modified organ used for defense in insects?
What is the modified organ used for defense in insects?
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Which of the following arthropods has a defensive sting organ?
Which of the following arthropods has a defensive sting organ?
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What is the term for an excessive or irrational fear of insects?
What is the term for an excessive or irrational fear of insects?
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Which of the following is an example of a venomous arthropod?
Which of the following is an example of a venomous arthropod?
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What is the term for the fear of insects?
What is the term for the fear of insects?
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Study Notes
Urticating Arthropods
- Saddleback caterpillar, Puss Caterpillar, and Tussock moth caterpillar have "urticating hairs" that produce burning and itching when touched.
- Some Lepidoptera larvae have "urticating hairs" that cause skin irritation.
Stinging Arthropods
- Honeybee, Brown recluse spider, Black widow spider, and Scorpion are examples of venomous arthropods that can inflict painful stings.
- Hymenoptera (ants, bees, and wasps) stings can cause painful reactions.
Bot Fly Life Cycle
- Bot fly larvae capture another Dipteran fly (such as a mosquito) and glue its eggs along the abdomen of the carrier fly.
- While the mosquito is feeding, bot larvae penetrate the skin.
- The life cycle of bot fly takes 3 to 4 months.
Blistering Arthropods
- Coleoptera (Blister beetles) can cause painful blisters and can be toxic to horses if ingested.
- Coleoptera (Stored product beetles) can cause itching or respiratory problems from contact with their frass.
- Red flour beetle is an example of a stored product beetle that can cause itching or respiratory problems.
Fire Ants and Wasps
- Fire ant (Solenopsis invicta) bites for leverage and then stings.
- Polistes wasp is an example of a wasp that can inflict painful stings.
Defensive Mechanisms
- Many arthropods, including spiders, scorpions, and hymenopterans, have a defensive sting organ.
- In insects, the sting is a modified ovipositor.
Entomophobia
- Entomophobia is the psychological fear of insects.
- Many people fear insects, but some have an irrational fear.
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Description
This quiz covers examples of venomous arthropods, including those with urticating abilities. Learn about the different types and their characteristics.
