Bugs, also known as insects, are small arthropods that have six legs and three body parts: the head, thorax, and abdomen. They are the largest group of animals on Earth, with over a million different species! Some bugs can fly, while others can walk or jump. Bugs can be found all over the world, in every climate and habitat.
Bugs are important in the ecosystem because they help to decompose dead plants and animals. They also pollinate flowers and crops, and provide food for other animals. Many bugs are considered pests because they damage crops or spread disease. However, some bugs are beneficial to humans – for example, bees produce honey and silkworms make silk.
Bugs have been around for millions of years – fossils of insects date back to the Carboniferous period (around 345 million years ago). Entomologists (scientists who study insects) believe that bugs will be around long after we’re gone!