Beetle Facts

Did you know that beetles are the largest group of insects, with over 350,000 known species? These fascinating insects can be found in almost every habitat on Earth, from forests and deserts to water and even inside plants. Beetles have unique adaptations, such as hard exoskeletons and specialized mouthparts for chewing. Some beetles, like ladybugs, are beneficial to agriculture by controlling pests, while others, like the bark beetle, can cause significant damage to trees.