Do any insects exhibit parental care for their offspring?

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I can tell that it is mostly prevalent in mammals, but if there are any, what are some examples of insects, and how do they care for their young?

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Definitely! Some insects, like earwigs, actually show quite a bit of parental care. The mother earwig will guard her eggs and even clean them to prevent mold. Once they hatch, she’ll continue to protect and feed her young until they can fend for themselves. It shows that parental care isn’t just a mammal thing!

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