Amazing Adaptations: The World of Beetles

Beetles, the resilient and adaptable insects, have been thriving on Earth for 270 million years. With over 12,000 species in the United States and 300,000 worldwide, they can be found in diverse habitats across the globe. Their ability to eat almost anything, combined with unique characteristics like chewing their food and symbiotic relationships with other organisms, make beetles fascinating and essential creatures in our ecosystem. Additionally, beetles have even found their way onto human plates, as they are enjoyed as a protein-rich snack in various cultures around the world.