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Insects and Bugs Facts

Fun, accurate facts about common insects and bugs (habitat, diet, unique trait) for family trivia and school reports.

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What do honeybees eat?
Nectar and pollen from flowers
Where do honeybees live?
In colonies inside beehives
How do honeybees tell other bees where to find flowers?
By performing a waggle dance that shows direction and distance
What do most ants eat?
Small insects, seeds, and plant material
Where do ant colonies build their homes?
Underground in tunnels and chambers
How much weight can a single ant carry?
Up to 50 times its own body weight
What do adult butterflies eat?
Nectar from flowers using their long tube-shaped tongue
What habitats do butterflies prefer?
Gardens, meadows, and forests with flowering plants
What are the four stages of butterfly metamorphosis?
Egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa (chrysalis), and adult butterfly
What do caterpillars eat?
Plant leaves, especially from plants their species specializes in
What is a ladybug's favorite food?
Aphids, which are tiny pests that damage crops
Where are ladybugs most commonly found?
In gardens and farm fields on plants
What do grasshoppers eat?
Grasses and other plant leaves
How far can a grasshopper jump?
Up to 20 times the length of its body
What kinds of places do crickets live?
Grasslands, fields, meadows, and sometimes indoors in homes

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