Insects

2. A small, chirping insect known for its distinctive sound. Crickets are often found in grassy areas.
3. A tiny insect that lives in colonies and works together to build intricate tunnels and find food.
7. An insect that can hop and jump long distances. It has long hind legs and can make a chirping sound.
8. A hard-shelled insect with wings that are often covered by its shell. Beetles come in many shapes and colors.
9. A flying insect similar to a butterfly, but usually with duller colors. Moths are attracted to light at night
10. A small, winged insect that produces light from its abdomen. It blinks its light on and off in the dark.
11. A tiny insect that lives on the fur of animals.
12. A large insect with long, slender body and transparent wings. It is a skilled flyer and often found near water.

1. A small, flying insect known for its itchy bites. Only female mosquitoes bite and feed on blood.
2. The larval stage of a butterfly or moth. It has a long body with many legs and feeds on plant leaves.
4. A small, round insect with bright red or orange wings and spots. It helps to control pests in gardens.
5. Not an insect but an arachnid. It has eight legs and spins webs to catch its prey.
6. A flying insect known for its black and yellow stripes. Bees help pollinate plants and produce honey.
8. A colorful insect with delicate, often patterned wings that can fly. It starts as a caterpillar and goes through a transformation called metamorphosis.