Insects
Across
- 5. They are nocturnal insects that are closely related to butterflies. They have furry bodies and feathery antennae.
- 9. They are fascinating insects with long, slender bodies and elongated front legs used for catching prey. They are known for their distinctive praying posture.
- 10. They are flying insects with slender bodies and stingers. They are known for their aggressive nature and can deliver painful stings when threatened.
- 12. They are flying insects that play a crucial role in pollination. They collect nectar from flowers and make honey in their hives.
- 13. They are beautiful insects with colorful wings. They flutter from flower to flower, drinking nectar with their long proboscis.
- 14. They are insects with hard exoskeletons and wing covers. They come in various shapes, sizes, and colors. They can be found in forests, gardens, and even underground.
- 15. They are arachnids and not technically insects, but they are often associated with insects. They have eight legs and produce silk to create intricate webs for catching prey.
Down
- 1. They are elongated arthropods with many legs. They are fast-moving and have a pair of venomous claws that they use to catch and subdue their prey.
- 2. They are jumping insects with strong hind legs. They are known for their ability to leap long distances. They make a chirping sound by rubbing their wings together.
- 3. They are small flying insects that feed on blood. They have a long, thin proboscis that they use to bite and extract blood from their hosts.
- 4. They are insects that produce light through bioluminescence. They have specialized cells in their abdomen that create a glowing effect.
- 6. They are social insects that live in colonies. They work together in a highly organized manner and communicate using pheromones.
- 7. They are small, round beetles with bright red or orange bodies and black spots. They are considered lucky and bring good fortune.
- 8. They are insects with long, slender bodies and large, transparent wings. They can fly very fast and are known for their agile maneuvers in the air.
- 11. They are insects known for their chirping sound. Male crickets produce the sound by rubbing their wings together to attract females.