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KN: Why is it important to
understand insects?
MM: Insects are at the base of
most ecosystems on this planet.
Humans depend on them for
farming. They make silk and honey.
They are food for other animals
including humans.
KN: What is your day like? KN: Do bugs fart?
MM: An entomologist could be MM: Yes! The larvae (young)
working in a lab. You could be in a of dragonflies use gas. It helps
museum taking a look at their insect move them in water. It helps to
collection. You could be in the field catch their prey (other animals
(outdoors) collecting insects. they eat). It is really quite awesome.
What is an ecosystem?
An ecosystem is living and non-living things that exist together.
BE ENTOMOLOGIST!
AN
Want to study insects like Morgane? All you need is a
yard or a park and a notebook. See what the ants are
doing. Ask questions. Take notes and take pictures.
You can upload photos to nature apps like iNaturalist.
Your notes and photos can help scientists. Make sure
you ask a parent or guardian to sign up!
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