http://www.allaboutworms.com Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:24:21 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en You may be eying those webworm or tentworm infestations and wondering if they can become a ready-to-eat meal for birds. Maybe. In fact, birds and wasps are their biggest predators. Getting through the tough webbing is an impossible task, of course, without a little human help. That’s why many experts ... http://www.allaboutworms.com/how-to-make-webworms-available-for-back-yard-birds The term “tube within a tube” is frequently used in worm anatomy discussions. This is a well-recognized part of annelid, or segmented worm, body structure. In fact, on a broader scale, it could be used to describe animal and human systems as well. The tube within a tube “plan,” in its ... http://www.allaboutworms.com/worm-anatomy-tube-within-a-tube Cutworms are the larval stage of any number of moth species - more than 200, at least. As caterpillars, they do a great deal of damage to yards, plants, and crops. Cutworms do most of their work at night, gnawing away at the bases of plant stems and in some ... http://www.allaboutworms.com/cutworms-damaging-pests-in-gardens-crops The thought of eating worms and insect larvae is rather shocking for some. However, these creatures are a staple in diets around the world. Many species of butterflies and moths in their larval stage and as adults are treasured for their taste. Even better, they’re valued for their protein content, ... http://www.allaboutworms.com/edible-worms-tasty-for-some-high-in-protein Earthworm farms are teeming with other living critters, including insects, other worms, and a host of bacteria and fungi. Many of these are helpful to the environment. On the other side, however, there are the pests that are a detriment to soil quality and will even prey on the beneficial ... http://www.allaboutworms.com/earthworm-farms-the-bad-the-ugly An earthworm farm is a busy place filled with many creatures that are beneficial, along with those that are not so terrific. In addition, it’s a hotbed for bacteria and fungi that also work to raise or lower temperatures in the composting soil, making it more appetizing for worms. The Good ... http://www.allaboutworms.com/earthworms-other-peaceful-inhabitants-in-the-bin Pot worms, or potworms, are small white creatures commonly found in soil. They can develop into massive populations, especially in compost piles or in earthworm farms. They’re scientifically known as enchytraeids (enn-kee-TRAY-ids) and are segmented relatives of the earthworm. This group also includes ice worms. Pot worms are in the ... http://www.allaboutworms.com/pot-worms-classic-soil-inhabitants It’s a fact - worm and other pantry pest parts exist in the foods we eat. They are often ground up in the processing and end up in flour or corn meal. These bits and pieces are also present in canned or baked goods, too. As disgusting as that might ... http://www.allaboutworms.com/worm-parts-and-other-mystery-ingredients-in-food The “worms” that suck blood are commonly known as leeches and many have been used to treat ailments since ancient times. Early-day practitioners believed that medicinal leeches cured almost any ill. Today, they’re regaining a foothold with physicians and other medical experts for very specific treatments, including the healing of ... http://www.allaboutworms.com/medicinal-leeches-worms-that-suck-blood Wax worms are a decadent treat for many animals including reptiles, amphibians, birds, some mammals, and fish. Their soft bodies are full of nutrients, including a high dose of fat. In fact, they’re commonly used when a pet needs “beefing up” or has been reluctant to eat. The down side ... http://www.allaboutworms.com/caring-for-feeder-wax-worms