Insects
Across
- 3. A tiny insect that lives in colonies and is known for its organized social behavior and ability to work together.
- 4. A diverse group of insects characterized by their hard exoskeleton and usually having wings that fold over their bodies.
- 5. An arachnid with eight legs that spins silk webs to catch prey and plays an essential role in controlling insect populations.
- 6. A flying insect with large compound eyes and transparent wings that can hover and dart quickly.
- 8. A colorful insect with delicate wings that undergoes a transformation from a caterpillar to an adult butterfly.
- 10. A hopping insect with long hind legs and powerful hind wings that can produce a chirping sound.
- 11. A small, round beetle with brightly colored spots that is considered a beneficial insect because it eats plant pests.
Down
- 1. The larval stage of butterflies and moths, often characterized by a long, segmented body and the ability to consume large amounts of plant material.
- 2. A hopping insect with long hind legs and powerful hind wings that can produce a chirping sound.
- 4. A diverse group of insects characterized by their hard exoskeleton and usually having wings that fold over their bodies.
- 7. A nocturnal insect that produces light through bioluminescence, creating a glowing effect often observed during warm summer nights.
- 8. A small flying insect known for its role in pollination and producing honey in beehives.
- 9. An arachnid with eight legs that spins silk webs to catch prey and plays an essential role in controlling insect populations.