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I am behind. First it was the recovery from the second vaccine which was expected to be prolonged for me and my autoimmune disease and then good news is that we were able to have one of our grandchildren come and stay. Blake is 6 now and we have spent the past year talking about insects on Facetime. Blake loves everything to do with insects. He likes finding them and learning about them. I have sent him books on the ones he is interested in. This is a book on crickets.
I have learned so much about insects in researching and talking to Blake. When he was here, he brought his new favorite book. THE BEETLE ALPHABET BOOK.
Blake wants to be an entomologist when he grows up but told us that he might want to be a COLEOPTERIST and yes he knows those words. So what I have I learned about beetles..
What is a Coleopterist?
A coleopterist is the name given to an entomologist who specializes in studying beetles. The name coleopterist is derived from the name of the Order of beetles, Coleoptera.
Beetle Facts for Kids
- Adult beetles have two sets of wings.
- Female beetles usually lay dozens or hundreds of eggs.
- Most beetles only live for a year.
- Beetles cannot see very well, so they communicate using pheromones, sounds or vibrations.
- Some beetles are not considered pests. “Ladybugs” are beetles and are considered to be good luck in many cultures. “Fireflies” and “Lightning bugs” are also beetles. They glow in the dark to communicate.
- There are 12,000 different kinds of beetles in the United States and over 300,000 species in the world. Beetles are found on land and in fresh water and can adapt to almost any environment. Beetles usually just live where they eat.
- Beetles can both hurt and help the environment. Some beetle species destroy crops or property, while some species help get rid of garbage, eat dead trees or help pollinate flowers.
In going through my photos I see that I have not given much thought to beetles and don’t have many photos but I did find these
Small Milkweed Bug-Lygaeus kalmii
lady beetle
firefly
I look forward to learning more about the world of beetles…from my grandson…
Have a wonderful nature-filled week! Please be safe.
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I am so impressed with your young coleoptorist (I hope I spelled that right, if not I’m sure Blake can correct it). Thanks to you and Blake for the pictures and all the new information, including, but not limited to, the new vocabulary word. This great-grandmother is always happy to learn. …I am so glad you were now able to have this wonderful in-person visit ! …
Sallie (FullTime-Life). Using my dead blog word press iD because TypePad isnt working today for some reason
Your grandson Blake must take after you with his interest in nature and especially beetles! Good for him, and all of us, as the world certainly needs scientists to unlock more secrets and help the world survive a changing climate. You must be very proud of him!
What a wonderful duo you two are, Michelle! It reminds me of my relationship with my grandfather. He was so patient with me and read with me everything that interested me at any time when I was staying over. What precious memories I have of that, as Blake will when he grows up.
PS: Thank for hosting, Michelle!
Six and seven year olds are practically perfect human beings in my opinion. Your grandson is a very smart child!