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Record #:
9039
Author(s):
Arthur, Billy
Abstract:
In the 1850s, wealthy women of Wilmington wore fire beetles on their clothes for formal evening occasions. Emitting a beautiful greenish light at the base and reddish light at the abdomen, fire beetles were sold at about twenty-five cents a dozen. The beetles required food, twice daily baths, and were kept in tiny cages. The bugs are native to tropical North and South America.
Source:
The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 48 Issue 12, May 1981, p19 Periodical Website
Subject(s):
Burying beetles; Elateridae; Insects as pets; Jewelry--History
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Record #:
37828
Author(s):
Jones, George D.
Abstract:
This is a report on screwworm fly damage to livestock with notes to deer as well. An outbreak in 1949 was the worst on record, most likely due to the mild winter temperatures.
Source:
Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 14 Issue 8, Aug 1950, p16-17, 23, il
Subject(s):
Screwworm; Insects as pets; Livestock
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