Entomology-Insects
Using the letters in the words Entomology (the study of insects) and insects see
how many words pertaining to insects you can come up with.
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Leg
eyes
Trapping Cockroachesi
Smear the top inside of a jar with petroleum jelly (Vaseline, for example) to prevent cockroaches
from escaping. If these cockroaches are to be held for several weeks, place them into a suitable
container such as a box or large jar. Be certain that there is sufficient air for the cockroaches.
Place a piece of potato, apple or dry dog food along with water. The best way to provide water is
to put a cotton plug into a small container filled with water. Place a cardboard tent into the
container as a resting place for the cockroaches.
State Insectsii
Here are some examples of state insects. See if you can match the insect with the state.
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Insect
Baltimore Checkerspot Butterfly
California Dogface Butterfly
Firefly
Honey Bee
Ladybug
Monarch
Praying Mantis
Tiger Swallowtail
Viceroy
States
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State bank
California
Connecticut
Illinois
Kansas
Maryland
Mississippi
New York
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Fast Fact: 11 States have the Honey Bee as their state insect
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Entomology Group Helper’s Guide 4-H Cooperative Curriculum System © 1997 Minnesota Extension Service. Pg 33
Entomology Group Helper’s Guide 4-H Cooperative Curriculum System © 1997 Minnesota Extension Service. Pg 21