The Tiny World Of Insects

Ant colonies can work together in highly organised groups, with different ants performing different roles.

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Dragonflies can fly in multiple directions and hover in place, giving them exceptional control in the air.

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Some dung beetles use the sun, moon, and even the milky way to help navigate while moving their food.

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Honeybees use the famous waggle dance to communicate the direction and distance of food sources.

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A praying mantis can rotate its head far more than humans can, helping it track potential prey.

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Fleas can jump many times their own body length, making them among the most impressive jumpers relative to size.

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Fireflies produce light through a chemical reaction called bioluminescence, mainly to communicate and attract mates.

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From navigation to communication and survival, insects show just how remarkable the natural world can be.

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