Very few visitors to the Virgin Islands appreciate their unique opportunity to observe and experience a wide variety of insects, spiders, scorpions, and other creepy crawlies that inspire more "Eww" than awe. These animals pollinate plants; are an important food source for birds, bats, and reptiles; break down fallen wood, which helps prevent wildfire; help control other insect pests; and provide endless opportunity for the enthusiastic observer. Of course, they also bite, sting, wiggle, slither, spread disease, and consume your lunch; so fondness for insects varies. If you can take time to look away from breathtaking landscape and magnificent ocean panorama, then you might enjoy studying some of our six-, eight-, and ten-legged friends. |
Last updated: August 11, 2017