Insects are some of the most fascinating animals on Earth, boasting an amazing diversity. While most insects share common traits such as hard exoskeletons and three body segments (head, thorax and abdomen), each insect also stands out in their own special way. Did you know, for instance, that praying mantis can swivel their heads 180…
Although insects may seem like pests, they serve an invaluable purpose. By recycling nutrients and providing sustenance to other creatures – including humans – insects are vitally important. Some interesting bug facts include how termites use vibration to detect various kinds of wood in their environment and cricket chirps can predict temperature changes. Flying Beetles…
No matter your opinion on them, insects are an integral part of our world and a fascinating topic for teaching purposes. Many educators utilize insect models in classroom lessons as an introduction to science. Leaf cutter ants create an interesting way of engaging children with fungi: their nest contains an intimate garden full of them!…
