I WONDER - Why Are Invertebrates Important?

Invertebrates play a crucial role in the environment. Bees and wasps are vital for pollination, supporting the food chain. Spiders, ladybugs, and beetles help control pests, benefiting gardeners. Marine invertebrates can indicate water quality through their behavior.

Which invertebrates are essential for pollinating flowers?

• Marine invertebrates

• Bees and wasps

• Spiders and beetles

• Ladybugs and beetles

Why are bees and wasps important to the food chain?

• They eat pests

• They pollinate flowers

• They decompose organic matter

• They improve water quality

Which invertebrates help gardeners by eating pests?

• Bees and wasps

• Butterflies and moths

• Spiders, ladybugs, and beetles

• Marine invertebrates

How can marine invertebrates inform us about water quality?

• By migrating

• By changing color

• Through their behavior patterns

• Through their diet

What is a clever aspect of marine invertebrates?

• Their pest control abilities

• Their role in pollination

• Their behavior indicating water quality

• Their ability to fly