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Insects
What are insects?
October 30, 06
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Insects are the most diverse and numerous of the arthropods.
1.1 million different species.
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Characteristics of insects
The body is divided in three segments:l
• Head which contains the eyes and the antennae.
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Characteristics of insects
• Thorax where the six legs are attached, and two or four wings.
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Characteristics of insects
Abdomen which contains the heart and stomach
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Insect Life Cycle
Metamorphosis is the process by which all insects mature.
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Different kinds of metamorphosis
Gradual metamorphosis: the simplest form of metamorphosis.
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Complete metamorphosis which includes four stages:
•Egg
•Larva
•Pupa
•Adult
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Habitat
Insects can be found in almost every habitat from lush rainforest to the harshest of deserts.
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How do insects stay safe?• Camouflage
• Sharp spikes
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How do insects stay safe?
Foul odor
Venom