#insects

contact_support What is the world's largest type of grasshopper?

The world's largest grasshopper is the Titanus giganteus, also known as the giant weta or wetapunga, found in New Zealand. The females are larger... Read more

contact_support What is the most common type of insect in the world?

The most common type of insect in the world is the beetle, with around 400,000 species identified to date. Beetles are found in almost every habitat... Read more

biotech How does the process of pollination work?

Pollination is the process by which pollen from the male reproductive organ of a flower (stamen) is transferred to the female reproductive organ of a... Read more

nature_people What is the largest type of bee?

The largest bee species in the world is the Wallace's Giant Bee (Megachile pluto). It is native to the Indonesian island of Bacan and was first... Read more

contact_support Can you tell the age of a moth by the number of spots on its wings?

No, the number of spots on a moth's wings cannot reveal its age. While it's true that some species of moths develop more spots as they age, this is... Read more

contact_support Do cockroaches have a lifespan of just a few weeks?

There is a common misconception that cockroaches have a very short lifespan of just a few weeks. While it is true that some species of cockroaches... Read more

bug_report How does the process of metamorphosis work in insects?

Insect metamorphosis is a process by which insects transform from one life stage to another. It involves a complete change in body structure and... Read more

nature_people Can you tell the age of a bee by the size of its abdomen?

No, the size of a bee's abdomen is not a reliable indicator of its age. The size of the abdomen can vary depending on factors such as the bee's... Read more

bug_report Can you tell the age of a beetle by the size of its shell?

Beetles are one of the most diverse groups of insects, with over 400,000 known species worldwide. The size of a beetle's shell or exoskeleton can... Read more

bug_report Which insect can lift up to 50 times its own body weight?

The insect that can lift up to 50 times its own body weight is the ant. Specifically, the species known as the leafcutter ant has been observed... Read more