Insects

Insects • August 14, 2022

21 Types of Insects in the Amazon Rainforest

When most of us think of animals in the Amazon jungle, the amazing megafauna that comes to mind are giant snakes, parrots, jaguars, monkeys, and toxic frogs. It turns out that the largest percentage of occupants are different types of insects in the Amazon rainforest, and their sheer quantity is staggering! The Amazon basin is […]

Kehinde Ikpea • August 7, 2024

Insects • August 14, 2022

10 Different Types of Caterpillars

It is difficult not to be attracted to butterflies and moths‘ fluttery, fragile beauty. However, the types of caterpillars from which these butterflies emerge can be just as attractive due to the wide diversity of colors, forms, markings, and armor they sport. The remarkable transformation that caterpillars go through on their way from egg to […]

Kehinde Ikpea • August 6, 2024

Insects • August 13, 2022

12 Different Types of Insects to Keep as Pets

Insects are the most popular pets. Many different types of insects can be kept as pets. Some of these insects include crickets, grasshoppers, dragonflies, and bees.  Insects do not require much care but still need attention to live happy lives with their owners. In this article, you will learn about the different types of insects […]

Olaoye Emmanuel • August 3, 2024

Insects • August 13, 2022

6 Different Types of Termites

Termites are a well-known pest no matter where you are, and different types of termites can produce enormous populations. Some have names we can’t even begin to pronounce, let alone identify. However, those pesky termites always manage to draw our attention to the damage they cause. “Silent destroyers” is a name given to termites because […]

Kehinde Ikpea • August 1, 2024

Insects • August 3, 2022

17 Different Types of Insects Explained

Insects are fascinating creatures and play an essential role in our ecosystem. Some species, such as bees, ants, and butterflies, are beneficial, while others cause harm, such as mosquitoes and cockroaches. Let’s learn about the different types of insects found around the world. There are thousands of species of insects, each with its unique characteristics. […]

Zainab Badmus • July 31, 2024

Insects • August 3, 2022

6 Different Types of Fleas

There are around 2,000 different types of fleas around the globe. Cat, dog, human, and rat fleas are the most common. Although most people identify fleas with their dogs, fleas may feed on any warm-blooded animal, including humans. Fleas lack wings and hence cannot fly. They move about by jumping with their massive legs. An […]

Kehinde Ikpea • July 31, 2024

Insects • July 31, 2022

10 Largest Moths in the World

Moths are among the essential pollinators in nature. Lepidoptera is the insect order for both Moths and butterflies, with moths accounting for 89-94 percent of the species. There are a few superficial differences, so you may check if you’re looking at a moth or a butterfly. The antennae are varied in form, having club-shaped antennae […]

Kehinde Ikpea • July 29, 2024

Insects • July 29, 2022

10 Different Types of Ladybugs

Ladybugs are some of nature’s most beautiful creatures. They look great in gardens and parks, but they also play a vital role in keeping our environment clean. In this article, we shall discuss the different types of ladybugs. What Are Ladybugs? Ladybugs are common insects found throughout North America. They feed on aphids, scale insects, […]

Zainab Badmus • July 29, 2024

Insects • July 16, 2022

5 Types of Cockroaches in Australia

Cockroaches, often known as roaches, are any of the 4,600 species among the oldest extant winged insects. They still resemble the fossils from when they first appeared more than 320 million years ago. The Spanish word Cucaracha is the root of the English “cockroach.” The Cockroach has long, threadlike antennae, a flattened oval body, and […]

Kehinde Ikpea • July 23, 2024

Insects • June 26, 2022

16 Different Types of Wasps

If you’re like most people, you probably don’t overthink about wasps until they get in your way or someone tells you they got stung by one. However, this shouldn’t be the case, as wasps are exciting and helpful insects that deserve studying and understanding. Therefore, knowing the different types of wasps you may encounter will […]

Adeniyi Adeleye • July 15, 2024