Biodiversity denotes the richness and variety of living genes, species and ecosystems. Nowhere is this variety more astounding than in the insect world. There are over 8 000 known grasshopper species. South Africa alone has 30 species of stick insect. As pollinators and garden engineers, most insects are essential. For birds, bats and lizards, they are a food source rich in protein, minerals and vitamins. The living land thrives on insects.

Biodiversity denotes the richness and variety of living genes, species and ecosystems. Nowhere is this variety more astounding than in the insect world. There are over 8 000 known grasshopper species. South Africa alone has 30 species of stick insect. As pollinators and garden engineers, most insects are essential. For birds, bats and lizards, they are a food source rich in protein, minerals and vitamins. The living land thrives on insects.