ALL About Insects: All About Insects, #2

By Paul A. Lynch

Introduction to Insects in North America

Insects in North America are incredibly diverse, with over 77,000 species that are either native or introduced to the continent. They can be found in every type of habitat, from the highest mountain peaks to the deepest ocean depths. Insects are the most abundant creatures on the planet and play an incredibly important role in the functioning of many ecosystems. They provide a food source for many other species, break down dead organic matter, and act as pollinators for many flowers and crops.

Insects in North America are an important part of the food web and have a great impact on the environment, making them essential for a healthy and balanced ecosystem.

Types of Insects in North America

Insects in North America can be found in many different habitats, from deserts to forests, and even in urban areas. There are over 90,000 species of insects that can be found across the continent, including grasshoppers, butterflies, dragonflies, and beetles. Some of the most common insects in North America include the monarch butterfly, the honeybee, the elm leaf beetle, the bumblebee, and the yellow jacket wasp. These insects play an important role in the environment, from pollinating flowers to providing food for other animals.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Growing Word Ink
• Release date: Mar 25, 2023
• ISBN: 9798215323977

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All About insects  book 2

Paul  A. Lynch

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Table of Contents

Introduction

Butterflies

Tree Hoppers

The Beetle

Argentine Ant

Introduction

Introduction to Insects in North America

Insects in North America are incredibly diverse, with over 77,000 species that are either native or introduced to the continent. They can be found in every type of habitat, from the highest mountain peaks to the deepest ocean depths. Insects are the most abundant creatures on the planet and play an incredibly important role in the functioning of many ecosystems. They provide a food source for many other species, break down dead organic matter, and act as pollinators for many flowers and crops.