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...insects are capable of performing amazing feats? Scroll down to see some of them.
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Tiny ants can carry loads several times their body weight. This carpenter ant is shown here at its actual size.
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There are more than a million known species of insects, with many more waiting
to be discovered (maybe even by you!). They have hard exteriors called
exoskeletons
that cover them like protective suits of armor. You can learn more about
different kinds of skeletons by going to Compare-a-Skeleton.
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Knights wore armor for the same reason that
insects have hard exoskeletons - to protect themselves from their enemies!
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Male stag beetles have mandibles
that look like antlers, which they use to engage in dramatic battles
with each other.
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