#GiantInsects

[global-education]

🌍🦗 Journey to the Past: Earth in the Age of Giant Insects 🌿🦕

Imagine a world where insects ruled as giants, soaring through the skies and scuttling across the Earth's surface. This intriguing period, known as the Carboniferous era, is a fascinating chapter in our planet's history. Join us on a captivating journey as we explore what Earth was like during this age of colossal insects and lush forests.

🌿 The Carboniferous Era: A Verdant Paradise 🌿

During the Carboniferous era, which spanned from approximately 359 to 299 million years ago, Earth was vastly different from the world we know today. It was a time of lush, swampy forests, teeming with life and unique geological features.

🌳 Towering Tree Ferns and Giant Horsetails 🌾

One of the defining features of this era was the prevalence of towering tree ferns and giant horsetails. These plants, which could reach heights of up to 30 meters (98 feet), provided a rich habitat for a diverse array of creatures, including massive insects.

🦗 The Rise of Giant Insects 🐜

The high oxygen levels during the Carboniferous era, estimated to be around 35%, played a crucial role in the evolution of gigantic insects. Insects rely on the diffusion of oxygen through their bodies, and the higher levels in this ancient atmosphere allowed them to grow to unprecedented sizes.

🦋 Dragonflies the Size of Hawks 🌬️

One of the most iconic creatures of this era was the Meganeura, a colossal dragonfly with a wingspan of up to 75 centimeters (29.5 inches), comparable to that of some hawks. These giant insects ruled the skies, preying on smaller creatures.

🕷️ Enormous Arachnids and Millipedes 🕸️

Giant arachnids, such as the Arthropleura, a massive millipede-like creature, patrolled the forest floor. Some Arthropleura species reached lengths of over 2 meters (6.5 feet). While these creatures may evoke fear today, they were an integral part of the ecosystem during the Carboniferous era.

🌋 Volcanoes and Continental Drift 🌎

The Carboniferous era was marked by significant geological activity, including volcanic eruptions and the formation of Pangaea, the supercontinent that eventually gave rise to our modern continents. These geological events shaped the landscape and influenced the distribution of life.

🌪️ Climate and Extinction Events 🦠

Despite the lush forests and abundant life, the Carboniferous era was not without challenges. Periodic ice ages and climatic fluctuations led to several mass extinction events, reshaping the ecosystem and driving the evolution of new species.

🌍 The Legacy of the Carboniferous Era 🌿

Today, we can still see traces of the Carboniferous era in the form of coal deposits, which were formed from the accumulation of plant matter in the swampy forests. These coal deposits have played a significant role in shaping human history and industrialization.

Conclusion:

The Carboniferous era paints a vivid picture of Earth's ancient past, a time when giant insects and lush forests dominated the landscape. It reminds us of the ever-changing nature of our planet and the incredible diversity of life that has thrived throughout its history.

🌿🦕 Explore the wonders of the Carboniferous era and journey back in time to witness the reign of giant insects! 🦗🌍

[jennascuriocabinet]

Recently I made a mistake. A boo boo if you will. I didn’t listen to my gut, and here I am now about to confess, feeling a little embarrassed I may add! So recently I released the “tarantula hawk wasp” piece. Now I always do research and look up insects natural environments when making pieces, and I noticed something seemed off, as all the specimens I saw lacked the yellow strip across the thorax, well, it turns out my supplier had sent me Vespa tropica hornets instead, which is actually a predator of other wasps! But I was so flummoxed with getting things done for the update I didn’t persue it at the time. I also thought it was a little funny that the original post got quite a lot of attention but no one noticed or second guessed it either 😅 anyway, So on a better note, I now have preorders of ACTUAL tarantula hawk wasps available on the website, as well as some megascolia velutina ducais giant iridescent black wasps, and some Vespa greater banded hornets! For the time being I only have a set amount of each available. First photo : giant iridescent black wasp, Second and third photos are the tarantula hawk wasp, Final photo is the greater banded hornet Please be sure to read the full item description and check the photos before making a purchase 🖤 #jennascuriocabinet #blackwasp #gothwasp #iridescentwasp #iridescentinsect #greaterbandedhornet #hornets #tarantulahawkwasp #giantwasp #giantinsect #insectsoftheworld #waspsofinstagram #insectartwork #megascolia #waspsnest #waspart https://www.instagram.com/p/CqI59PfKHT1/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[obeseocelot]

TO SAVE OUR MOTHER EARTH FROM ANY ALIEN ATTACK vector / digital / edf #art #artwork #doodle #digitaldoodle #digitalillustration #digitalcolor #vector #vectorillustration #vectorart #illustration #digital #earthdefenseforce #edf #giantinsects #theedfdeploys #illustrator #illustratorsoninstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/B6eHOwclw1T/?igshid=12tsri696znre

[traceymhawk]

😂 . . . #loveandmonsters #lol #😂 #stayinyourtank #creepysign #giantinsects https://www.instagram.com/p/CTmMM7oLj1i7yrnJdxYe7tqe_CTeQRfm_weHOU0/?utm_medium=tumblr

[actordougjones]

#TBT Another film anniversary! 20 years ago, MIMIC was in cinemas, with me as one of the "Long John" giant bug guys! That poor priest in the rain had no idea what I was up to! This ALSO marks the beginning of my 20 year relationship with this film's director, my dear Guillermo del Toro, with our latest film @shapeofwatermovie Hitting cinemas Dec. 8th! #Mimic #giantinsects #bugs #horror #suspense #darkcinema #guillermodeltoro #director #dougjones #actor #actorslife #monsters #moviemonsters #specialeffectsmakeup

[joaosilvacypofotos-blog]

"Louva-a-Deus 🙏🏻" Um dos insetos mais incríveis do mundo · · · · · #insectlove #natureinsects #prayingmantis #insectpicture #bugs #biginsect #nature #life #louvadeus #inseto #mantis #greeninsect #mantidsofinstagram #myhouse #giantinsects #animal #beautiful #lifeoftheinsects #wildlife #insectlovers #insectsofinstagram #insects #insectspictures #animals #louvaadeus #green #insect #praying #bug (em Nova Jaguariúna) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2-i3TJHPht/?igshid=1o3peiumd8bwi

[doggy2108]

#prayingmantis #mantis #nature #insect #macro #insects #animals #insectsofinstagram #mantodea #animal #gottesanbeterin #bug #experience #giantinsects #wildlife #chickens #bugs #reptile #snake #macrophotography #crestedgecko #entomology #rescusecentre #snails #cockroach #mantisreligiosa #tiger #green #photography (hier: Nová Dubnica, námestie) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2el4QxCZL0/?igshid=bmndq6zt2jt4

[savantefolle]

#lasvegas La mante religieuse géante du parc de Containers, à côté du #Vegenation #arts #giantinsects (à Downtown Container Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bul-y1nBMXQ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=irpuleub6cej

[mutantsasquatch]

Sodom

Height: 30 meters (head and back), 42 meters (crest).

Length: 45-50 meters.

Weight: 10,000 metric tons

Gomorrah

Height: 50 meters.

Length: 70 meters.

Weight: 50,000 metric tons.

[theartoflorcan]

Giant Mosquitos. #art #drawing #illustration #sketchbook #blackandwhite #red #critter #bug #insect #mosquito #mozzie #skeeter #giant #giantbug #giantinsect #blood #bloodsucker #weird #strange #creepy #garlic #likevampires #text #info #lore #lorcancassidy (at Glasnevin) https://www.instagram.com/p/BuJD5W9n63Z/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=w1hfuha7o11u

[bignazo]

Giant Insect escapes BIG NAZO LAB, rapidly grows to the height of the Providence Skyline. #bignazo #bignazolab #giantinsect #insect #kaiju #giantmonsters #bug #skyline #supermanbuilding #huge #kennedyplazapvd #downcityprovidence #downtownprov #ourpvd #providenceri

[jennascuriocabinet]

Because of course, I had to upload a picture of his little face 🖤 . https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/JennasCurioCabinet . . . . . #jennascuriocabinet #tropidacris #giantgrasshopper #romaleidae #entomology #giantinsects #odditiesandcuriosities #oddities #curiosities #curiocabinet #itwasdeadwhenwemet #cabinetofcuriosities #insectphotography #macro #macrophotography #macroinsects (at Jenna's Curio Cabinet) https://www.instagram.com/p/B36bsa2JDBd/?igshid=1pudpp6hcxtj3

[szudi]

#inktober2021 #inktober #day14 #tick #giantinsect https://www.instagram.com/p/CVH6O5pobT2/?utm_medium=tumblr

[yellowpandadraws]

Panda is a little apprehensive of Koala's choice from the adoption centre.⠀ Koala isn't sure why as Ohmus are such docile creatures.⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #illustrator #illustration #illustratorsoninsta #sketchbook #sketch #drawing #doodle #art #Nausicaa #panda #StudioGhibli #koala #adoptnotshopَ #pet #ohmu #teto #giantinsect #ink #dippen #Watercolor #foxsquirrel #yellowpandadraws

[steve-baker]

31. CRAWL #inktober #inktober2020 #ink #inkwash #watercolour #kids #spooky #littleterrors #littlenightmares #monster #stevebaker #creepy #horror #horrormovies #sketchbook #insect #giantinsect https://www.instagram.com/p/CG_C7ofjA98/?igshid=1fhnodltc34rd

[otakusatsu]

OTD in Otakusatsu fandoms: “Earth Defense Force 2017” is released in North America & Europe for X Box 360. It would also be released for the PlayStation Vita, 6 years later. Its review score averages about 7 out of 10. It’s a fun little romp FOR THE FANS of kaiju films/games, as well as fans of ‘alien invasions’. A “Jun Fukuda” is even one of the music programmers, though not the late Jun Fukuda (RIP) of Godzilla/Toho movie fame. Kinda funny how 2017 was 10 years in the future, when this game was made… but now it’s gone already.

#xbox #xbox360 #edf2017 #earthdefenseforce #earthdefenseforce2017 #tokusatsu #kaiju #daikaiju #videogames #otakusatsu #fandom #onthisday #onthisdate #nostalgia #daikaiju #monsters #dinosaurs #aliens #videogame #2007 #monsters #dinosaur #alieninvasion #giantbug #giantinsect #godzilla #starwars #OtakusatsuOTD