Insects And Bugs - Facts for Kids

Dragonflies have been on Earth for over 300 million years, even before dinosaurs existed!

Scientists estimate there are about 131 spiders per square meter in some super-spider-filled spots like tropical forests! In grassy areas, the number’s usually way lower — phew, fewer eight-legged friends to dodge there!

Silkworms need a humidity level (how much water is in the air) between 65% and 80% to stay healthy!

An ant’s brain contains about 250,000 brain cells, which is a lot for such a tiny creature!

Some parasitic ant queens can change their body odor to match another species, sneaking into their colonies to take over!