Many insects are helpful to humans and other animals. Some produce valuable products such as honey, silk, and dyes. Insects are also food to other animals. Insects pollinate our plants, while others clean dead matter.( Encyclopedia Brittanica, 2023) Insects can also be pests. Some insects sting or bite people or other animals. Many insects can also spread diseases to people. Some harmful insects eat crops, wood, clothing and carpet.( Brittanica kids, 2023)