You may have noticed a growing trend of new Thai food restaurants springing up in progressive cities around the country. It is true that Thai food is more popular now than it ever has been in America. Why is that? Well, for one it’s because Thai food is delicious and […]
Is Thai Food Bad for You?
Nope. Thai food isn’t bad for you at all, and is much more nutritious than the usual American fare. There are some misconceptions about Thai food among Westerners that I will try to clear up. I’m not completely sure where the idea that Thai food might be unhealthy for you […]
Does Thai Food Have MSG?
Generally speaking, Thai food doesn’t have MSG in it. The oils, spices, and flavorings that are typical to Thai dishes do not usually contain MSG. I can assure you that the Thai food here in Thailand that I eat almost every day doesn’t have MSG in it. It may have […]
Are Bombardier Beetles Solitary or Social?
The bombardier beetle hunts for food at night, and during this time it is usually on its own. It hides or wanders the forest floor waiting for prey to come within range. An interesting fact about bombardier beetles is that during the daytime, however, they can be quite gregarious with […]
What Preys on the Bombardier Beetle?
Because of its daunting defensive abilities, the bombardier beetle has very few natural predators to worry about in the wild. Most potential predators are naturally wary of the bombardier beetle, sensing its danger. But those curious enough to try to make a meal out of the beetle quickly learn that […]
Are Bombardier Beetles a Threat to Humans?
Luckily, people and bombardier beetles don’t cross paths very often. Bombardier beetles live in the woods where there is the ground cover for them to hide. You won’t find any bombardier beetles in the city. If you do come across the bombardier beetle, it can spray you with an acidic […]
How Long Do Bombardier Beetles Live?
The complete life cycle of the bombardier beetle lasts about 1 to 2 years, which is similar in length to many other ground beetles. The adult phase only lasts a few weeks. The beetles emerge from the pupa in the early summer and die very shortly thereafter. They have just […]
How Did the Bombardier Beetle Evolve?
The bombardier beetle’s wondrous defense mechanism begs the question of how it evolved such a unique biological structure so different from other beetles, and in fact all other insects. Over the years, some believers in creationism have used the case of the bombardier beetle to try to prop up their […]
