Synopsis
Cockroaches, ants and wasps all get a mention due to their amazing superpowers including strength and mind control!
- Programme: The Ministry of Curious Stuff
- Series: 1
- Episode: 1
- Channel: CBBC
- Broadcast year: 2012
- Science | Living things and their habitats | Identify and name animals and plants in their habitats
Licence: ERA Licence required
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