أمر الخنافس (Coleoptera)

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ما هو الاسم العلمي للفصيلة التي تنتمي إليها الفراشات؟

Rhopalocera (correct)

Heterocera

Noctuidae

Lepidoptera

أي من الخيارات التالية ينتمي إلى تحت الفصيلة Heterocera؟

الفراشات

العث (correct)

النحل

الحشرات المائية

ما هي الفصيلة التي تشمل الفراشات النهارية؟

Heteroptera

Aeshnidae

Rhopalocera (correct)

Nocturna

ما هو الفرق الرئيسي بين Heterocera وRhopalocera؟

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أي من الخيارات التالية يمثل تحت الفصيلة المناسبة للفراشات؟

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ما هي الخصائص الرئيسية لسوسك الغطس من عائلة Dyticidae؟

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ما نوع الأجسام التي تميز سوسك الغطس؟

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ما هي وظيفة الأرجل الخلفية للسوسك الغطس؟

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أي من الخصائص التالية لا تصف سوسك الغطس من عائلة Dyticidae؟

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ما هي وظيفة الأجنحة الصلبة (Elytra) لدى سوسك؟

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ما هو أسلوب التغذية الذي يمارسه السوسك؟

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Study Notes

Order Coleoptera (Beetles & Weevils)

Extremely diverse and populous order, comprising over 300,000 species (approximately 40% of all insect species).
Body size ranges from 0.2 to 160 millimeters.
Body is hard and rigid.
Pronotum (the section behind the head) is large.
Antennae (feelers) vary in shape (e.g., thread-like, beaded, club-shaped, etc.), ranging from 10 to 11 segments.
Compound eyes are present and generally oval-shaped.
Simple eyes (ocelli) are also present (up to 2).
Legs are for walking, running, or burrowing.
Posterior legs can be adapted for swimming or jumping in some cases.
Feeding type may be chewing, gnawing or piercing.

Suborder Adephaga

Coxa (hip) of the third pair of legs has developed to the point where it cuts the first abdominal sternite.
Typically have long thread-like antennae.
Legs have 5 segments.
Predatory insects (most species).
Primarily aquatic or terrestrial.
Possess metallic green or blue colors, or dark shades with spots.

Suborder Polyphaga

Coxae (hips) of the posterior legs do not extend significantly past the first abdominal sternite.
Possess variable antennae shapes.
Typically have 5 or 4-segmented legs.
Can be predatory, phytophagous, etc. (varied feeding habits).
Wide variety of colors.

Family Cicindelidae (Tiger Beetles)

Body size ranges from 1 to 2 centimeters.
Body shape is narrow and elongated.
Antennae are long and thread-like.
Coloration includes patterns of dark markings.
Forelegs (front legs) are adapted for capturing prey.
Comprise more than 2,000 species.
Mostly metallic in appearance.

Family Carabidae (Ground Beetles)

Body size varies between 2 to 35 centimeters.
Predatory insects.
Body shape tends to be elongate.
Typically possess large eyes.
Forelegs are adapted for running and capturing prey.
Often emit an unpleasant odor when disturbed.
Larvae have a Campodeiform shape.
A highly diverse and abundant group.

Family Dyticidae (Diving Beetles)

Aquatic insects.
Body has a rounded or oval shape.
Hind legs are oar-shaped, aiding in their underwater locomotion.
Larvae also adapted for life under water.
Possess short antennae.

Family Gyrinidae (Whirligig Beetles)

Adapted for life in water.
Eggs are laid in the water.
Two compound eye clusters on each side of its head, to see both above and below the water surface
Antennae are short, club-shaped.
Scavenger category.

Family Hydrophilidae (Water Scavenger Beetles)

Primarily aquatic, feeding on organic matter.
Body is oval or elongated
Usually have compact club-shaped antennae.
Posterior legs adapted for swimming.

Family Silphidae (Carrion Beetles)

Predatory and scavenging insects related to beetle.
They occupy a role in the decomposition of dead animals at varying stages.
Their larvae, along with those of other species, are commonly found with carrion.
Larvae help to prevent the decay-related build-up of harmful gases.

Family Staphylinidae (Rove Beetles)

Body is elongated and slender.
Elytra (wing covers) partially cover the abdomen.
Antennae range in shape (e.g., filiform, thread-like, etc.).
Diverse and widely distributed.

Family Scarabaeidae (Scarab Beetles)

Body shape varies but often appears stout and somewhat rounded or plump.
Antennae length and shape can vary.
Many species have showy or conspicuous patterns, and colors.
Forelegs are adapted for burrowing or digging.
Larval stage (often called grubs) are typically legless, soft-bodied, and C-shaped, adapted for feeding on decayed plant matter.

Family Buprestidae (Metallic Wood-Boring Beetles)

Body is elongated, and notably brightly colored with metallic hues (e.g., green, blue, copper).
Head and body proportions can vary, but are often adapted for life in tunnels or burrows within wood.
Antennae are usually short and thread-like.
Larvae are cylindrical or elongated, and live within the wood, often causing damage.

Family Elateridae (Click Beetles)

Distinctive ability to "click" or flip their bodies into the air when on their backs.
Body is elongated and cylindrical, often with a striking black and/or red coloration.
Head and body proportions can vary, but are usually adapted for burrowing or digging.
Antennae can vary in shape (e.g., thread-like, etc.) and size.
Often have light and dark stripes or spots.

Family Lampyridae (Fireflies or Lightning Bugs)

Well-known for their bioluminescence (ability to emit light).
Body shape can be somewhat elongated and/or flattened, with elytra (back covering) possibly soft or hard.
Antennae can be varied in shape (e.g., thread-like, etc.) and length.
Typically have segmented bodies.

Family Cantharidae (Soldier Beetles)

Possess a distinct body shape that can vary slightly among species.
Often possess a varied coloration (e.g., brown, black, red).

Family Dermestidae (Skin Beetles)

Scavengers.
Body is rounded and somewhat oval or compact.
Antennae have club-like shapes.
Mostly active at night.

Family Coccinellidae (Ladybird Beetles)

Body generally has oval shape.
Antennae are short and club-shaped.
Often show various color patterns (typically red and/or black).

Family Tenebrionidae (Darkling Beetles)

Typically a dark-colored body.
Antennae are thread-like, or beaded.
Vary in sizes.

Family Meloidae (Blister Beetles)

Body is elongated and cylindrical.
Antennae are filiform.
Contain cantharidin, a substance that can cause skin irritation or blisters.
Larvae are soft-bodied and adapted to eat insects, plant matter and other materials.

Family Cerambycidae (Long-horned Beetles)

Very elongated bodies and often prominent long antennae.
Vary widely in coloration and body shape, which can be robust.
Larvae are adapted for different types of feeding, often in wood.

Family Chrysomelidae (Leaf Beetles, Flea Beetles)

Elongated to oval-shaped beetles.
Antennae are generally shorter than half the body length.
Legs and tarsi have the structure to help in running or jumping, among other movements.

Family Curculionidae (Weevils)

Long snout or rostrum.
Antennae are elongated and bent into a club or elbow-shaped form (geniculate).
Often have elongated bodies & head proportions.

Family Scolytidae (Bark Beetles)

Small, cylindrical body.
Antennae are usually geniculate (elbowed).
Adapted to bore into wood.

Order Trichoptera (Caddisflies)

Small insects with four delicate wings.
Some larval stages construct cases of various materials such as sand, gravel and leaves.
These materials serve to shelter larvae or as food.

Order Lepidoptera (Butterflies & Moths)

This order is known for their beautiful and colorful patterns on their wings.

Family Papilionidae (Swallowtail Caterpillars)

Relatively large, some are notable for their eye-spots, which can function as deterrents for predators.
Larvae, or caterpillars, may use color and patterns as defense, or deception.
Often possess visible tails or extensions (sometimes resembling tails) on the rear.

Family Danaidae (Milkweed Butterflies)

Relatively large, known for their bright and distinctive color patterns, some species exhibit characteristic markings.
The larvae feed on milkweed (or similar plant species), and commonly have defenses to deter predators.
Forelegs are short and not used for walking.

Family Nymphalidae (Brush-Footed Butterflies)

Some are recognized for the variety of patterns, markings and colors.

Family Lycaenidae (Coppers and Harvesters)

Relatively small body sizes.
Often have metallic coloration and or/ patterned wings.
Larvae are smaller and have varied appearances.

Family Pieridae (Whites)

Body shape generally compact or egg-shaped, and can range in size.
The adult stage is usually white or yellow.
Usually have short antennae and visible patterns on their bodies.
Larvae are adapted to specific plant sources.

Family Saturniidae (Giant Silk Moths)

Relatively large size, often with conspicuous patterns and bright or subdued colors.
Larvae are strong-bodied and well-muscled.
Many species are recognized for their ability to form cocoons (silk).
Many species are found in forested areas.

Family Sphingidae (Hawk Moths)

The body shape varies, but tends to be elongated and smooth.
Often have prominent eyes, long antennae, and narrow wings.
Strong fliers, able to navigate with speed.

Family Arctiidae (Tiger Moths)

Variable colors.
Usually have distinctive patterns.
Larvae often possess hairs, spines, or other defense mechanisms.
Frequently have colorful patterns.

Family Noctuidae (Owlet Moths, Underwing Moths)

Body shapes tend to be compact or elongated.
The colors range from pale browns to dark-colored forms.
Most larvae have soft bodies.

Family Certain Other Families

More families are described in the documents and images.

Overall notes

Detailed information on many beetle species in different families.
Information on larvae, pupae and adult stages for varied families.
The ecological roles of these insects is discussed, like their roles in decomposition, predation and pollination in specified cases.
Descriptions of different feeding habits and adaptations of insects of the Order Coleoptera are discussed.
The economic importance of many insects is mentioned in the notes for certain groups.

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