PRESENTATION OUTLINE
D.Eukarya K.Animalia P.Arthropoda C.Insecta
Insects
- 6 legs, 2 sets of wings (usually)
- 3 body segments
- Metamorphosis
- Open circulatory system
most numerous hard forwings
scaled wings
coiled mouthparts
Often have a thin waist, wings hooked together
Half-leather or
Roof-like wings
short, bristle-like antennae
modified back legs for jumping
Modified front legs for grabbing
Insects are the most numerous animals on earth