Are Spiders Bugs? Bite-Sized Knowledge
This question is one I get asked a lot. And it really depends on your definition of bugs.
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Do Ants Fart? (2022 Update)
Tiny and mighty, ants impress us with their strength and perseverance. It is hard to imagine what is going on in these small bodies, and what they might have in common with us in terms of bodily functions. Do ants fart? In general, it is likely that ants can fart since they possess the necessary … Read more
Are Moths Blind? You’ll Be Surprised! (2022 Update)
Want to find out more about moths? You’re in the right place. You’ll find out if moths are blind or can actually see really good. Also, what’s the difference between moth eyes and butterfly eyes.
Can Moths Hurt You In Your Sleep? (Are They Dangerous?)
So you heard a moth flapping around your bedroom as soon as you turned off the lights and now you can’t sleep because you’re wondering if moths can hurt you in your sleep? Well, let’s find out, shall we?
Can Moths Lay Eggs In Your Hair?
Moths come in many shapes and colors. There are thought to be approximately 160,000 species of moths and many are yet to be described. But can they lay eggs in your hair?
Do Spiders Sleep? (What do they do at night?)
Scientists believe that there are about 8.7 million different species of animals in the world! This includes mammals, birds, reptiles, lizards, invertebrates, and even insects! Plus, it is thought that every single one of these animals sleeps! Sleep looks a bit different for all animals. It can range from sleeping virtually all day (sloths sleep for … Read more
Do People Eat Butterflies?
The thought of eating insects makes my skin crawl, but that’s not the consensus throughout the world. There are many places where eating certain insects are considered delicacies or more for necessity. Eating cockroaches and other creepy crawlies is very common and makes you wonder what other types of insects people dine on. Do people … Read more
Can Earwigs Fly? (OMG, What??)
A number of myths about earwigs abound, one of them being the question of whether they can fly. Keep reading because we’re here to answer that for you. Around the world there are over 2,000 different species of earwig living on every continent apart from Antarctica. Despite their numbers and geographical spread, seeing one in … Read more
Do Spiders Eat Bed Bugs?
In the animal kingdom, there’s a pecking order. Many insects feed on one another. You’ve probably heard of lizards eating bugs which is why many people don’t mind having them around. Bed bugs are some of the most undesirable insects you can come across. Consider yourself lucky if you’ve never had an encounter with these … Read more
12 Gratifying Venezuelan Poodle Moth Facts
You’ve probably never heard of the Venezuelan poodle moth, but you’ve likely seen a picture of two of these one-of-a-kind insects online over the past couple of years! Here, we’ve gathered some of the most interesting facts on these unique moths, plus some info on some other “strange” moth species! 1. The Venezuelan poodle moth has a … Read more
