Bugs & Insects
Study of insects and bugs for kids. Insects are easily the most numerous creatures on earth. Over 750,000 species have been described by scientists, and the actual number of species on the planet may exceed two million. Their small size, high reproduction and waxy exoskeleton help insects to thrive and survive in places inhospitable to most other living creatures. Their ability to mutate rapidly allows them to respond quickly to changes in their environment, including mankind's insecticides. The class Insecta is unquestionably the most successful part of the animal kingdom. To learn more about insects and bugs, and some of their cousins, explore the links on this page.
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