Eggs & Larva
Science: Year 5 & 6 National Curriculum, topic 1.9.1
Eggs & Larva
The first two stages of the life cycle for insects are eggs and larvae.
Egg
- The insects hatch from eggs.
Larva
- Young insects may be very different compared to the adult version.
- Young insects usually have soft bodies (e.g. caterpillars and maggots).
- Young insects spend most of their time eating.
Test yourself on Eggs & Larva
What is the name for a young insect, that usually has a soft body?
What do young insects spend most of their time doing?