Antlions in the Classroom: ENY-1002/IN760, 3/2011

S. McCann; J.D. Ellis; M.K. O Malley

doi:10.32473/edis-in760-2008

Vol. 2011 No. 3, Historical Fact Sheets

Vol. 2011 No. 3

Antlions in the Classroom: ENY-1002/IN760, 3/2011

Historical Fact Sheets

https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-in760-2008

Published 2011-03-03

S. McCann⁺⁻
J.D. Ellis⁺⁻
M.K. O Malley⁺⁻

S. McCann

University of Florida

J.D. Ellis

University of Florida

M.K. O Malley

University of Florida

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Keywords

Curricula
Antlions

How to Cite

McCann, S., J.D. Ellis, and M.K. O Malley. 2011. “Antlions in the Classroom: ENY-1002 IN760, 3 2011”. EDIS 2011 (3). Gainesville, FL. https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-in760-2008.

Abstract

This document is designed to be used with other entomology youth curricula and is suitable for any age group. It details the process of using antlions for live insect illustrations in the classroom. Antlions, belonging to the Order Neuroptera, create conical depressions to trap prey. The document covers finding, capturing, and keeping antlions, feeding them, and observing their life cycle. It also provides suggestions for classroom lessons and activities involving antlions, emphasizing their accessibility and educational value. First published: January 2008.

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