Post by cubistk2 on Jan 29, 2019 20:48:53 GMT -8
Greetings!
I'm writing a science fiction novel regarding entomologists and insects.
There are chapters from human points of view and many that are from a bug's (which are the most interesting to write!)
Long story short--this is a question that will define the basis between some characters
The question is:
Is there a reproductive insect relationship in which there is age disparity between male and female?
Does such a relationship exist between any known insects? Older female copulating with younger Male ? Or vice versa?
I've been doing research and I can't find evidence of anything in particular.
I was thinking a species of mantis might be a candidate just because the young males can be eaten during sex. Perhaps they are drawn to older females who are the killers
?
If anyone knows of any firsthand experience or can lead me to a place with confirmed facts--I would be most appreciative!
I am very keen of keeping my book as scientifically accurate as possible
Thank you!
I'm writing a science fiction novel regarding entomologists and insects.
There are chapters from human points of view and many that are from a bug's (which are the most interesting to write!)
Long story short--this is a question that will define the basis between some characters
The question is:
Is there a reproductive insect relationship in which there is age disparity between male and female?
Does such a relationship exist between any known insects? Older female copulating with younger Male ? Or vice versa?
I've been doing research and I can't find evidence of anything in particular.
I was thinking a species of mantis might be a candidate just because the young males can be eaten during sex. Perhaps they are drawn to older females who are the killers
?If anyone knows of any firsthand experience or can lead me to a place with confirmed facts--I would be most appreciative!
I am very keen of keeping my book as scientifically accurate as possible
Thank you!