Understanding Botfly Larvae and Their Effects

The video describes an entomologist's experience with a botfly larvae growing in his body. While in Belize, he discovered the larvae after being bitten by mosquitoes. The video explains the botfly's life cycle, including how the larvae enter the host's body. Despite initial revulsion, the entomologist saw it as an opportunity to document the process. The removal of the larvae is detailed, highlighting the use of a venom extractor. The video concludes with the larvae's transformation and the realization of humans as ecosystems.

What did the narrator initially think the organism in their body was?

• A tick bite

• A bee sting

• A mosquito bite

• A spider bite

How does the female botfly transfer its eggs to a host?

• By using a mosquito to carry them

• By laying them directly on the host

• By injecting them into the host

• By dropping them from the air

What was the narrator's initial emotional reaction upon discovering the botfly larva?

• Fear

• Revulsion

• Indifference

• Excitement

What tool did the narrator use to safely remove the botfly larva?

• A suction cup

• A scalpel

• A venom extractor

• Tweezers

What is the purpose of the botfly larva's backward-pointing spines?

• To assist in breathing

• To protect it from predators

• To anchor it in place

• To help it move

How long did it take for the botfly larva to emerge from the narrator's skin?

• 45 minutes

• 60 minutes

• 15 minutes

• 30 minutes

What transformation does the botfly larva undergo after being removed?

• It remains a larva

• It grows into an adult fly

• It turns into a pupa

• It becomes a butterfly

What did the narrator realize about humans after experiencing the botfly's life cycle?

• Humans are vulnerable to parasites

• Humans are unique

• Humans are resilient

• Humans are an ecosystem

What do botfly larvae produce to prevent infection in the host?

• Antiseptics

• Antihistamines

• Antibodies

• Antibiotics

What sensation did the narrator feel during the botfly larva's presence?

• Pain

• Itching

• No sensation

• Burning