Across
- 3. Mantises Predatory insects known for their front legs held as if in prayer.
- 5. Nocturnal insects similar to butterflies but often with duller colors.
- 6. Arachnids with eight legs that create intricate webs to catch prey.
- 9. Singing insects known for their chirping sounds, often heard at night.
- 10. Multi-legged arthropods with elongated bodies, often found in dark places.
- 13. Agile flying insects with long bodies and transparent wings.
- 14. Colorful insects with delicate wings, often associated with beauty and transformation.
- 15. Social insects that feed on wood and play a significant role in decomposition.
Down
- 1. Larval stage of butterflies and moths, usually with soft bodies and various patterns.
- 2. Small, round beetles known for their red or orange color and black spots.
- 4. Bioluminescent insects that produce light in the dark.
- 5. Small, blood-feeding insects that are known for their annoying bites.
- 7. Social insects that work together in colonies, known for their teamwork.
- 8. Leaping insects that make chirping sounds and are skilled at jumping.
- 11. Pollinating insects that play a crucial role in plant reproduction and honey production.
- 12. A diverse group of insects with hard exoskeletons, often featuring distinctive shapes.