Insects live in just about every habitat on Earth, from the sands of hot deserts to cold snowy mountain streams. Most insects live on land, in fact about 97% do. Many insects spend all of their life on land, such as bees and caterpillars (which of course become moths or butterflies).

Where Can insects be found living?

Insect can be found almost everywhere on planet earth, even in the Artic. Most live on land, but some live in fresh water, and a few can be found living in the oceans. On land insects can be found high up on trees, or active deep in the soil, flying day and night, or crawling on the ground.

What is the home of insects?

Ants, bees, wasps, termites and crickets are some famous home builders. Honey Bees are social insects and so they like to live in an apartment like house or honey comb. Haven't we all seen the mighty honeycombs hanging out of trees, balconies of the apartments or cavities in hollow trees.