Darkling Beetle Life Cycle and Behavior

The video tutorial covers the darkling beetle life cycle lab, led by Mrs. Sanchez and young scientists. It explains the life cycle stages of insects, including the darkling beetle and monarch butterfly, and discusses their diet, protection mechanisms, and mating processes. Students observe and discuss the beetles' diet, exoskeleton, and survival strategies. The video concludes with a summary of findings and plans for future labs.

What are the initial stages of the life cycle for both the darkling beetle and the monarch butterfly?

• Egg and larva

• Pupa and adult

• Larva and pupa

• Adult and egg

What tool is used in the classroom to observe the insects closely?

• Binoculars

• Telescope

• Magnifying lens

• Microscope

What happens to insects during battles in the classroom setup?

• They grow larger

• They become friends

• They lose body parts

• They change color

Which of the following is a primary food source for darkling beetles?

• Fruits

• Insects

• Carrots

• Leaves

What is the protective outer layer of the darkling beetle called?

• Skin

• Shell

• Carapace

• Exoskeleton

What is one of the main reasons darkling beetles need water?

• To grow faster

• To change color

• To reproduce

• To survive

What is a significant result of mating observed in the terrarium?

• Aggressive behavior

• Color change

• Egg production

• Increased size

What is the final stage in the life cycle of a darkling beetle?

• Egg

• Larva

• Pupa

• Adult

What is the term used to describe the survival of the strongest individuals in a species?

• Natural selection

• Survival of the fittest

• Genetic drift

• Mutation

What happens to darkling beetles that lose battles?

• They grow new limbs

• They change species

• They lose the ability to breed

• They become stronger