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Bookworm is a general name for any insect that is said to bore through books. [1][2] The damage to books that is commonly attributed to "bookworms" is often caused by the larvae of various types of insects, including beetles, moths, and cockroaches, which may bore or chew through books seeking food. The damage is not caused by any species of worm.
Woodworm. The common furniture beetle (Anobium punctatum) in situ. A woodworm is the wood-eating larva of many species of beetle. It is also a generic description given to the infestation of a wooden item (normally part of a dwelling or the furniture in it) by these larvae. [1]
Bibliophilia or bibliophilism is the love of books. A bibliophile or bookworm is an individual who loves and frequently reads or collects books. Bibliophiles may have large, specialized book collections. They may highly value old editions, autographed copies, or illustrated versions. Bibliophilia is distinguishable from bibliomania, a ...
To find presents bookworms will love for the holidays, we included items Select editors have personally used before along with highly rated products online. ... and it will look like a regular ...
Today's Game of the Day is a modern classic mixing a match-three game with Text Twist. You'll have to help the Bookworm chomp letters to make words and score points. Just look out for the burning ...
If you're a fan of casual games, then chances are you've played Bookworm, the PopCap approach to Boggle featuring a cute lead character. Well, we here at Games.com have an exclusive game that's ...
The plot originated as a story called A Week with Willi the Worm, which featured a bookworm named Willi. Carle was inspired to write the story after using a hole punch that reminded him of a worm. [4] Ann Beneduce, Carle's editor, advised him that a worm would not make a likable protagonist, instead recommending a caterpillar. [5] [6]
Scutigera coleoptrata. Scutigera coleoptrata, also known as the house centipede, is a species of centipede that is typically yellowish-grey and has up to 15 pairs of long legs. Originating in the Mediterranean region, it has spread to other parts of the world, where it can live in human homes. [1] It is an insectivore; it kills and eats other ...