I was watching “Survivorman” last night which, if you’re not familiar with the show, is about a guy who tries to survive in some hostile environments by living off the land. Anyway I learnt that if you find yourself wondering if it’s safe to eat a particular bug (or spider, etc.,) if the bug is walking out in the open (not hiding) and doesn’t seem to care if it’s seen (i.e. doesn’t scurry away) – it’s likely because it has some sort of toxic weapon at it’s disposal – and thus has no reason to try and hide. Another thing to watch out for is bright colors and if the bug smells or not. However I wouldn’t suggest picking up a bright colored bug to see if it smelled bad or not (Vic).
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This is exactly the kind of important information I look to the blog for each and every day! I think I am pretty much on top of the information highways and byways....I read the Gazette, when I can find it laying around, I watch "the office", and I listen to NPR some..But I will occasionally miss something really important, like this, if I don't check out the blog everyday!
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