Insects are the most species-rich class of animals and play a vital role in terrestrial ecosystems. Their beauty can fascinate us, while their presence may sometimes annoy us. Yet many of their most remarkable characteristics become apparent only on closer inspection. This exhibition offers a brief introduction to the extraordinary diversity of insects.

The exhibition’s focus is the diversity of insect lifestyles—from body structure and sensory abilities to mate selection, mating, and brood care. It also highlights the importance of insects to all terrestrial ecosystems and, therefore, to humans.

Insects have many predators, but they also have just as many strategies to avoid them or defend themselves against them. Camouflage, warning coloration, toxins, or acid spraying—everything is included.