Animals: Common Insects — Flashcards

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Houseflies, ants, and cockroaches are common insects found in homes. They often come in search of food and water.

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The three main body parts of an insect are the head, thorax, and abdomen. The head has eyes and antennae, the thorax has legs and wings, and the abdomen contains internal organs.

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All insects have three pairs of legs, which means six legs in total. These legs are attached to the thorax.

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Insects use their antennae to smell and feel their surroundings. Since they don’t have noses or hands like us, antennae help them sense food, danger, and their environment.

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Butterflies have colorful wings covered with tiny scales. These colors help attract mates and sometimes warn birds that they might taste bad.

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The outer covering of an insect is made of a hard substance called chitin. It protects the insect like a suit of armor.

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The four stages are: Egg → Caterpillar → Pupa (chrysalis) → Adult Butterfly. This is called complete metamorphosis.

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A female butterfly lays her eggs on leaves. The caterpillar that hatches will have food to eat right away.