Takes a look at the amazing array of ingenious designs and habits found within the realm of the insect world, including how honeybees make nests from their own wax, how cockroaches have thrived for over 350 million years, and why humans could learn a thing or two from the highly organized societies of ants.

Provides an introduction to more than 100 insects and arachnids, giving general information about family characteristics and habits, and more specific facts about some species.