There are many kinds of insects in the world. We see many of them around us. However, there are some insects that are strange and unusual. Let’s meet these weird insects.
This is a Hercules beetle. This is native to rainforests in Central America. Hercules beetles are one of the largest insects in the world. Males have a long horn. It can grow up to 18 centimeters in length. Hercules beetles are strong. They can carry 850 times their body mass.
This is an orchid mantis. It looks like a flower. Orchid mantises are found in the rainforests of Southeast Asia. They live on bushes and small trees that grow white and pink flowers. Using their flowery colors and shapes, they catch prey and fool their potential predators.
This is an Australian walking stick. It looks like a branch of a tree. They have a curled tail that looks like that of a scorpion. They have claws and suction pads on their feet, which help them climb. They live on eucalyptus trees and eat their leaves.
This is a leaf insect. Leaf insects mimic a leaf. Using this ability, they are able to hide from predators. When they walk, they rock back and forth to look like a real leaf blowing in the wind.
This is an Atlas moth. It is the largest moth in the world. It has huge wings. Atlas moths are found in Asia. They do not have mouths and do not eat anything once they hatch from their cocoons. They only live for 5 to 7 days. They rely on fats they stored as caterpillars.
What do you think of these insects? They surely are unusual and strange. Which insect do you think is the weirdest?