Finishing Up Our Work in the Lab
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| Posted by: spyork |
10/27/2006 1:42 PM |
I can hardly believe our expedition is ending! We've had a very fruitful week, learned a lot , and made many new friends (in the human and insect worlds). Today we worked together to coordinate all of our web pages and had a "wrap-up" of sorts with Dr. Dyer. Being in a university setting like this is exciting. We've met a number of other research scientists here that have told us about their various projects around the world. I hope to look into other opportunities to go on other study expeditions.
In response to your question, Philipp, I am not bringing back any butterflies. If I am not stopped at the airport, I will try and bring back a caterpillar- a wooly bear caterpillar. I am told that this kind of caterpillar is a "generalist", that is, it eats a variety of plant food. If a caterpillar only eats one kind of specific plant, it is called a "specialist". Which kind of caterpillar, generalist or specialist, do you think has a better chance of survival if weateher conditions wipe out their special plant that they eat?
I'm not sure why the butterflies have died, Hannah, but my best guess is that their life span is quite short- often times only one to two weeks. Have you noticed whether or not they have laid any eggs yet? Yes, Emma and Natalie, I am having a great time and have collected dozens of varieties of caterpillars. I am looking forward to seeing you on Monday!!! |
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