Earwig Nymph Development and Behavior

The video explores the onset of spring and its effects on nature, focusing on the life cycle of earwigs. It describes how a slight increase in temperature triggers life underground, leading to the emergence of earwig nymphs from eggs. The nymphs, initially transparent, undergo several transformations to resemble their parents. The video also highlights the competitive nature of nymphs as they struggle for survival, with some resorting to eating their siblings to gain essential nutrients.

What natural event signals the beginning of life stirring underground?

• The appearance of snowdrops and crocuses

• The sound of birds chirping

• The melting of snow

• The blooming of cherry blossoms

What do the brown dots in earwig eggs represent?

• The shell of the egg

• The eyes of the developing larvae

• The food source for the larvae

• The wings of the larvae

What is the initial appearance of a newly emerged earwig nymph?

• Brightly colored

• Covered in fur

• Completely opaque

• Quite transparent

What is the term used for the larva of an earwig?

• Chrysalis

• Caterpillar

• Nymph

• Pupa

Why do late hatching earwig nymphs need to hurry?

• To escape the cold

• To find a mate

• To avoid predators

• To catch up in development

What is the consequence of sibling competition among earwig nymphs?

• Some nymphs may eat their siblings

• They share food resources

• They migrate to a new location

• They form a strong bond