Insect Camouflage

Insects are a vital, but often underappreciated part of our ecosystems. They are a source of food to many species, so many have developed great camouflage. Design your own camouflaged insect to hide.

 

Celebrating and Saving Wildlife and Wild Places:

Insects are often underappreciated and overlooked. In addition to being an essential part of ecosystems and providing countless benefits to humankind, insects are important because they are living creatures. By learning more about their amazing adaptations, characteristics and behaviors, we can help protect them and ensure they continue to do their essential jobs.

 

 Take Action:

If you come across an insect, take care not to step on him or her, they have important work to do. If there is an insect someplace you would rather it not be, like in your house, use a cup and a piece of paper to carefully move the insect outside or to another space.

 

Download: Insect Camouflage Challenge