Presented to: [INSERT SCHOOL NAME] What is an Insect? Presented to: [INSERT SCHOOL NAME]
INSECTs… are sometimes called “bugs” Have their skeleton on the outside have six legs have a head, thorax, and abdomen Go through a “LIFE CYCLE”
Do you think insects are smart?
I think insects are smart because… They can talk and communicate with each other Insects use sounds, touching, and smells (pheromones) to “talk” to each other. Ants tap antennae together Termites leave pheromone trail Bees use “dancing” to communicate What other insects communicate?
I think insects are smart because… They can protect themselves from danger
How do insects protect themselves from danger? MIMICRY / CAMOUFLAGE COLORS “FIGHTING” What are some other ways?
Insects that protect themselves… with MIMICRY & CAMOUFLAGE
Hawk Moth caterpillar
Stick or Caterpillar?
Twig Caterpillar
Insects that protect themselves… with CAMOUFLAGE
Where is it?
There it is!
Do you see the insect?
Who saw it?
Insects that use COLOR to protect themselves… by warning predators not to “mess” with them!
What are some colors that warn us of danger or are used to get our attention? RED Yellow Orange Other bright colors!
Warning Colors……..
Monarch Caterpillar
Monarch Butterfly
Insects that FIGHT..
Praying Mantis
SOLDIER TERMITE
Be Insect Detectives! When you see insects try to find out what they are (good or bad?). Watch out for their colors…they could be dangerous! Look for insects where they might be hidden (leaves, bark, and other places.)
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