INSECTS
Across
- 1. Cockroaches are insects that have flat bodies and long antennae. They are known for their ability to survive in harsh environments.
- 4. Mosquitoes are flying insects that feed on the blood of animals, including humans. They are known for their ability to transmit diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
- 5. Grasshoppers are insects that have long legs and wings. They are known for their ability to jump long distances.
- 8. Ladybugs are beetles that have bright colors and spots on their wings. They are known for their role in controlling pests.
- 10. Ants are social insects that live in colonies. They are known for their ability to work together and their strength.
- 11. Butterflies are insects that have large, colorful wings. They are known for their beauty and their role in pollination.
- 12. Centipedes are arthropods that have many legs. They are known for their ability to move quickly and their venomous bite.
Down
- 2. Caterpillars are the larval stage of butterflies and moths. They are known for their ability to eat large amounts of leaves.
- 3. Moths are insects that have large wings covered in scales. They are known for their ability to fly at night and their role in pollination.
- 6. Spittlebugs are insects that produce a frothy substance called spittle to protect themselves from predators.
- 7. Bugs are insects that have mouthparts adapted for piercing and sucking. They are known for their ability to transmit diseases.
- 9. Beetles are insects that have hard outer wings called elytra. They are known for their ability to fly and their hard exoskeletons.
- 11. Bees are flying insects that are known for their role in pollination and for producing honey and beeswax.