| October 1, 2003 |
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Explore Cornell: Beetle Science
They've  been known to tick people off, but don't dismiss beetles as mere pests. In fact, this bug site may very well turn your entire world on its ear. Contrary to our self-centered view of our place on the planet, insects, specifically beetles, are the dominant life form on Earth. One out of five insects is a species of beetle, and beetles thrive in every habitat except for the ocean. They're older than Methuselah and the dinosaurs. Sometimes they're pretty scary looking, other times they're just pretty. They can lay a mean egg and even ward off smaller insects with a stare from their beady eyes. But they do inspire amazing art and look lovely framed. Let's face it -- beetles are mysterious, creepy, and fascinating all at once. So poke around and get to know our strange bedfellows just a little better. (in Insects) |
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