The life cycle of the crane fly or “daddy-long-legs” the larvae of which, called Leather Jackets, feed just below the surface of the soil destroying the roots and underground portions of the plants. Stages shown include the action of the larvae in the soil; the pupation stage; emergence of the adult crane fly; reproduction of species; laying of eggs; finally, hatching of the young Leather Jackets.
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ACMI Identifier
314202
Language
English
Subject categories
Animals & Wildlife → Insects - Metamorphosis
Animals & Wildlife → Nature study
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Life cycles (Biology)
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Natural history
Documentary → Documentary films - Great Britain
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Biology - Study and teaching
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Biology - Study and teaching
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)