Insects

Insects are animals that do not have backbones. They have a hard exoskeleton, three body parts, two antennae, three pairs of jointed legs, and compound eyes. Some insects have wings. Insects hatch from eggs. They also breathe through special holes called spiracles.

There are millions of different types of insects. Insects are the largest group of animals. Scientists say that insects have been around since long before the dinosaurs. Insects are found all over the world. They live on all continents, in backyards, and even in the walls of homes. Insects live right alongside humans.

Many people are afraid of insects, but not all insects are harmful. Insects may look scary to humans, but that does not mean they are harmful. For example, daddy long-leg spiders, June bugs, dragonflies, moths, and butterflies are all harmless insects.

There are some insects that are harmful to humans. These insects include centipedes, ticks, lice, bees, hornets, and mosquitoes.