Science on Instagram: "The lifecycle of a mosquito has four stages and is called a complete metamorphosis: 1. Egg – Female mosquitoes lay eggs on the surface of stagnant water. 2. Larva – Eggs hatch into larvae (“wrigglers”) that live in water, breathe air, and feed on microorganisms. 3. Pupa – Larvae develop into pupae (“tumblers”), which do not feed but remain active while transforming. 4. Adult – The adult mosquito emerges from the pupa, rests briefly on the water surface, then flies away. 👉

Explaining Insects 🦋 on Instagram: "The Spicebush swallowtail caterpillar is a beautifully unique larva known for its remarkable mimicry and vibrant transformation as it grows. Early in life, it is dark and bird-dropping-like — a clever disguise that protects it from predators. As it matures, it turns bright green with large eye-like spots on its thorax, giving the illusion of a small snake. This defensive adaptation helps scare off birds and other animals that might otherwise attack it. The ca