Insecticon (Transformers)

Insecticons (sometimes called Insecticlones) are a species of insect-like Cybertronians from the planet Cybertron.

Biology
While also being a subgroup of Decepticons, Insecticons consider themselves a species unto themselves.

Anatomy
Insecticons share a similar biology to other Cybertronians, except they transform into giant robotic insects.

Powers and abilities
Insecticons share many of the same abilities as other Cybertronians.

Insecticons are capable of cloning themselves, creating a massive army of Insecticlones.

Insecticlones have abilities similar to those of their primary counterparts.

Weaknesses
Insecticlones lack the intelligence and individual initiative needed to be effective without the guidance of regular Insecticons.

If the beams controlling them are interrupted, the Insecticlones will disintegrate.

Diet
While they are fueled by Energon like all Cybertronians, what sets them apart is that the Insecticons are also able to consume both organic and inorganic matter, making them potential predators.