Introduction to Entomology

This video goes into classification of arthropods, insect abundance, success of insects, history of insects, benefits/detriments of insects, and perceptions of them.

[deadchannellmaoooooo]

As a person who is currently fixated on entomology and aspires to be a future entomologist, this was really helpful, thank you! >=]

[unformattednolastname]

I heard a quote somewhere that basically summed to if you cant find a class teach yourself, i feel like with this being such a niche subject its a bit difficult to get into entomology compared to more common classes and videos like this make it so much more accessible to study

[karal]

Hi there, just a microbiology lover here! Just a heads up, there are about 1 trillion microbial species in the world which means there is about 1 million times (10^6 x) more microbial species than there are insect species

[bugbug]

ive been scouring the entire internet for bug info and this is my fav video ive found ilysm i love bugs oh my GOSH arthropodology is my special interest :D

[MaryRodgers-lh]

Outstanding Presentation! Thank you for this course. I love using YouTube to learn from good people like you and those at Crash Course.

[kevispi]

I’m Terrified bugs but I got put in entomology for science Olympiad so I’m here 😃

[ayeayeaung]

I am 17. I am from Myanmar and I am interested in entomology especially with the ants.
My country is not well suited for entomology and not very popular.
Which country can I study for a good salary?
How much does an average entomologist earn a month?
How long do I need to study to become an entomologist?

[benjaminthorndike]

very informative. i like this video a lot

[raybeetle]

thank you so much for making this video! i am trying to teach myself entomology.

[porciwall]

My ADHD finally stopped yapping, thanks 👍👍

[Lampthedestroyer]

I love bugs. I love them so much. They are all my tiny friends. 💖💖💖💖💖

[matv]

I just got here cuz I like bugs. Awesome video ❤

[ZGoodGerman]

Greeting Doc! I have a few questions and perhaps you can assist me with answering them; A.I. and I get nowhere together. A Virgin Tiger Moth (Apantesis Virgo) laid ~50 eggs on my peach jam jar. I felt obligated and so I protected them until about 8 days later when they ALL hatched (emerged). They have been eating dandelion ever since. Harnessed Tiger Moth's and Virgin Tiger Moths look VERY similar and so there is a possibility that they are Harnessed and not Virgin Tiger moth pupae... However, if you are able to answer any of the following questions it is *MUCH* appreciated, thank you:

(1) Given the captive setting, abundance of food and climate controlled environment about how many days apart would you say each instar should/will occur for this species?

I am curious for management reasons, seeing as how there are ~50 of them, to know how often their instars occur; the number of days between instars.

(2) When do you think sticks should be introduced into their habitat?

(3) Do these [~6mm long] caterpillars require sticks to instar (molt)? Or are sticks reserved for for cocooning purposes?

(4) Based on available knowledge and in consideration of the fact that we're in the mid-west of the US, between 36 and 37 degrees N of the equator, and that it is mid-September, are these caterpillars likely to overwinter as caterpillars? Or are they likely to go ahead and cocoon (complete metamorphosis) before winter arrives?

ANYTHING HELPS AND THANK YOU SO, SO MUCH!!

I really appreciate it! Thank you for your time and for the informative video!

[evanholloway]

I came here to learn how entomologists do their job.

Plus my family hates bugs in the house, and I set them all free in the wild, unless it’s a non native, invasive species.

[MachenLand]

every one always forgets..
insects do not believe in gravity..

[CapitanGreenhat]

Hmmm, insects and lobsters are as old... i always thought lobsters were older.

[conortube]

You’re just reading this - delivery is awful

[leo-unddieAnderen]

It should be stated, "...insect fossils date back 370 million years...", not "...years ago...".