INSECTS

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