Preferential temperature in insects

Principle and tasks

To test the temperature demands of poikilothermic animals. Using their thermoreceptors the animals recognize the temperature which suits them, gather in an area at the corresponding temperature (thermotaxis) and thus show their preferred temperature. To produce a temperature gradient between approximately 45°C and 10°C using a ring shaped temperature organ. To record the positions of the individual animals.

What you can learn about

• Temperature optimum
• Poikilothermic animals
• Thermotaxis
• Phototaxis
• Thigmotaxis
• Torpor
• Environmental requirements
• Geographical seperation

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