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Insects

Find out why most animals are insects and how insects live. Learn about how insects interact with their environment, especially with plants and other animals.

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Moths, butterflies and skippers

Moths, butterflies and skippers

Moths, butterflies and skippers

Insects that bite and sting

The majority of insects in Australia are not harmful to humans. However, some insects bite or sting if they are threatened.

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Sawflies, ants, bees and wasps

Sawflies, ants, bees and wasps

Sawflies, ants, bees and wasps

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Beetles

Beetles

Beetles

Insects in the Australian Museum Collections

Read stories about some interesting collection specimens and find out more about the Entomology Collection.

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Bugs

Bugs

Bugs

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