In this article we will discuss about the structure of Corallium with the help of a diagram. 1. It is the dried skeleton of a "red coral" or "Moonga" which is found off the Mediterranean Sea (off Africa and Italy). 2. It is branched, colonial and is red in colour and grows up to 30 cm. in height. 3. It [...]
In this article we will discuss about the structure of silk moth (Bombyx) with the help of a diagram. Fig. 254 BOMBYX LIFE CYCLE 1. It is otherwise called "Bombyx" and produces silk. It is reared on mulberry leaves. 2. The body is divisible into head, thorax and abdomen. The abdomen is short and stout. 3. The colour is creamish [...]
In this article we will discuss about the life history of termite with the help of a diagram. Fig. 255 TERMITE LIFE CYCLE 1. This is the life history of termite or white ant which is a colonial social insect exhibiting well developed cast system. 2. They are polymorphic insects with chewing type of mouth parts. 3. They feed on [...]