Insects
While there are a million different types of insects, all have a hard exoskeleton which is segmented into three parts. In fact the word "insect" is derived from the Latin meaning segmented. See more »
what's inside: insects and arachnids
Insects and arachnids are the most popular wild animal on Earth. Read our collection of articles discussing all sorts of ants, bugs, butterflies, spiders and just about every other type of insect and arachnid.
Explore These Categories:
Arachnids
Arachnids have four pairs of jointed legs, two body sections and simple eyes. Arachnids are aggressive predators and include spiders, scorpions, mites and ticks. See more »
Explore These Topics:
featured articles
Amazing Animals: Insect Quiz
When your stomach starts growling, do you ever yearn for toasted beetles or sauteed grubs? If those culinary selections turn your stomach, consider the fact that there are more than 1,400 edible insect species. Take the insect quiz for more creepy, crawly insect facts.
Related Ad Categories
videos: insects & arachnids
you might also like...
How Butterflies Work
If you've seen a butterfly in your lifetime, you probably noticed their colorful wings, or maybe you saw one basking in the sunlight from a tree branch. But I bet you didn't realize that the butterfly you saw would soon die. Why are their life spans so short, and are butterflies on their way to extinction?
How Ticks Work
Ticks are parasites that feed on the blood of their hosts -- human or otherwise -- and are known for carrying diseases. Learn all about ticks, including how to remove them.
Related Ad Categories
