Vertebrates /ËvÉrtÉ¨brÉts/ comprise any species of animals within the subphylum Vertebrata /-ÉË/ (chordates with backbones). Vertebrates represent the overwhelming majority of the phylum Chordata, with currently about 64,000 species described.
Quick Answer. Honeycomb is safe to eat. Honeycombs are made by waxy secretions of honey bees when they return to the hive to make food for themselves. For every pound of honey humans gather, bees gather and consume another 8 pounds. Continue Reading.
Carpenter ants eat honeydew, which is secreted by aphids and scale insects. In homes, they may also eat meats, fats and sweet foods like honey, syrup and jelly. Now that you know what carpenter ants do eat, you can focus on what to do if you are seeing these insects near your home. Even though they don't eat wood, carpenter ants can still cause a lot of damage. If you suspect a carpenter ant infestation, call a pest management professional to discuss your options for control.