insects

"Murder hornets are big! They are the largest hornet on Earth. Also called Asian giant hornets, these fierce insects will eat bees and wasps. Young readers can get all the facts . . ."--Provided by publisher.

"It's time for the twins to go on a nature expedition with Bompa. What marvelous place will they explore this time? Tidepools at the sea? The pond full of frogs' eggs? Maybe deep in the forest? But to their disappointment, they are just exploring outside the door. Yet, as they begin to search for insects, they find world-champion flyers, eaters, and weightlifters. And more tiny surprises at every turn! With their Bompa at their side, they find a way to recognize the amazing feats and important role of all insects. . . even the annoying ones!"--Provided by publisher.

"Ever wonder why spiders don't get trapped in their own webs? Or which female spiders eat their male partners after mating with them? Or how spiders escape their enemies? Explore this . . . book for answers to questions you'll be glad we asked"--Provided by publisher.

"Assassin bugs, kissing bugs, stink bugs . . . colorful photos and descriptive text help explain the body parts, characteristics, and behaviors that make some bugs special--and creepy"--Provided by publisher.

"Photography accompanies . . . information about the fighting advantages of dung beetles and tarantula hawks. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

The word mosquito comes from an old Spanish word that means "little fly." These insects flap their wings so quickly that it makes a buzzing sound. Learn more about these pests in this title.

When Bug stakes a claim on Pug's rug, the two engage in a battle of physical and mental strength until Slug helps them find common ground.

"George loves bugs. Big ones, leggy ones, ones that glow. So he decides to become the world's best collector. But fabulous creatures aren't meant for a life in a bottle"--Provided by publisher.

There are more than 2,000 different kinds of fleas. Some of these tiny insects can jump more than 200 times their body length. Learn more about these pests in this title.

Ticks are tiny biting organisms found all over the world. They are related to spiders and scorpions, not to insects. Learn more about these pests in this title.