Insects And Bugs - Facts for Kids

Common buckeye butterfly with colorful eyespot wing pattern perched on yellow flower.

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Random Facts About Insects And Bugs For Kids

It takes about 4 to 8 weeks for a ladybug to develop from egg to adult!

Physical Characteristics

Bees have five eyes — two large compound eyes and three small simple eyes called ocelli!

Dung beetle larvae go through three growth stages called instars before becoming pupae!

Basic Information

Water striders belong to the family Gerridae, and scientists sometimes call them “pond skaters” or “Jesus bugs” because they can walk on water!

Bees never sleep more than 5–8 hours in a 24-hour period!