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. 👉

BIOLOGY | MEDICAL | HEALTH on Instagram: "A horsehair worm begins life as a microscopic larva inside water. It enters insects like crickets or praying mantises through contaminated water or food. Inside the host, the worm grows for weeks, absorbing nutrients from body fluids. When fully developed, it releases chemicals that alter the insect’s nervous system. The infected praying mantis feels a strong urge to move toward water. Once it reaches the water, the worm bursts out through the body cavit