The Bug Buzz Quiz: Get Ready to Be Bugged Out

Which insect is known for its stinky self-defense tactic?

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Answer explanation

These little guys don't hold back when threatened, releasing a foul-smelling odor to deter predators.

What's the strongest insect on Earth, able to pull many times its own weight?

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Answer explanation

Don't let their name fool you, these beetles are powerhouses, capable of pulling up to 1,141 times their body weight!

What surprising food source do some butterflies enjoy besides flowers?

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Answer explanation

Believe it or not, some butterflies are attracted to the minerals found in mammal droppings.

How many legs does a typical insect have?

• It depends on how many they ate for breakfast

• 6

• 12

• They slither, so no legs!

Answer explanation

That's right, all true insects have six legs!

What insect's loud buzzing can reach up to 120 decibels, as loud as a hair dryer?

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Answer explanation

Their buzzing is a mating call, and the louder the chirp, the more attractive the male appears to females.

(Bonus points if you can impersonate a cicada's chirp!)

What's the only insect with warm-blooded qualities?

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Answer explanation

Unlike most insects, bumblebees can regulate their body temperature to stay active even in chilly weather.

In some cultures, what insect is considered a symbol of good luck?

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Answer explanation

In some parts of the world, ladybugs are seen as a sign of good luck and prosperity.

What insect can taste with its feet?

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Answer explanation

Caterpillars have tiny taste receptors on their feet to ensure they're munching on the right kind of leaves.

What's the only insect that produces silk?

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Answer explanation

The larvae of the silkworm moth spin cocoons from silk, which humans have used for centuries to make textiles.

How many eyes does a typical housefly have?

• Two big, beady eyes

• Thousands of tiny eyes all over its head! ( that`s creepy!)

• Four – two compound eyes and two smaller ones

Answer explanation

Houseflies have those big, compound eyes on either side of their head, and two smaller ocelli on top for improved light detection.