Elementary lessons in zoölogy : a guide in studying animal life and structure in field and laboratory elementarylesso00need Year: 1896 36 INSECTS. the haunts of each animal, of its animal associates, of its food, of its shelter, of its natural enemies, of its home, — in short, of the life it leads. Such study will lead to important general truths relating to all animal life, includ- ing that of man, and is best begun in the field. 5. Remember that fear is inherent in most animals, and that flashy colors, loud noises, and quick and careless move- ments will frighten them, and cause the loss o
Elementary lessons in zoölogy : a guide in studying animal life and structure in field and laboratory elementarylesso00need Year: 1896 36 INSECTS. the haunts of each animal, of its animal associates, of its food, of its shelter, of its natural enemies, of its home, — in short, of the life it leads. Such study will lead to important general truths relating to all animal life, includ- ing that of man, and is best begun in the field. 5. Remember that fear is inherent in most animals, and that flashy colors, loud noises, and quick and careless move- ments will frighten them, and cause the loss of opportuni- ties for observation. Hence wear quiet colors, avoid noise, avoid haste, and keep your eyes wide open. HEXAPOD INSECTS. THE BUTTERFLY. (A Preliminary Lfsson.) Characteristics.—The common sulphur butterfly {Eury- mus philodice^) will serve well for a beginning in the study of insects. It may be known by its yellow wings bordered with black, and by a silvery spot set in a patch of pinkish brown on the lower sur- face of the hind wings. Like other butterflies, it may best be collected about midday. Any clover field or meadow will probably furnish a supply. Any other butterfly that can easily be collected will answer the present purpo3e quite as well. Study of Live Specimens.— Collect specimens for imme- diate use and for preservation,^ and while collecting study the living butterflies and their haunts and habits, noting: — ^ Colias philodice of some authors. 2 Observe that all the specimens captured are not in equally good con- The Sulphur Butterfly, Eurymus philodice (natu-* ral size).
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