They may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but insects and arachnids are a crucial part of our ecosystem. With six legs and eight legs respectively, these animals have to be resourceful to survive.
Formicidae
Despite their tiny size, ants have long intrigued scientists with their exceptional work ethic and resourcefulness, and their sophisticated social structures.
Araneae
Despite their creepy-crawly reputation, spiders are astoundingly diverse, ingeniously resourceful, and often surprisingly endearing.
Anthophila
Honeybees and bumblebees are the iconic representatives of this busy and buzzy insect, but there are actually more than 20,000 different species of bee.