It's possible that some kinds of adult mayflies live a day--or less! How can this be and allow mayflies to still exist as a species? Readers learn the answer to

Introduces the life cycle of the mayfly, discussing its physical characteristics, eating habits, and reproduction.

Many types of the mayfly live no longer than a day. Some mother octopuses die soon after their babies are born. Readers will explore these and many other bizarr

Common thought places cicadas as tree dwellers; these odd insects actually live most of their lives underground. This book details the bizarre life cycle of the

Many species of cuckoo lay their eggs in the nests of other birds. After the young cuckoo hatches, it may eject the other babies from the nest so it can thrive.