Insect Classification Flashcards

What kingdom do we belong to?

Insects belong to the same kingdom as humans. What kingdom do they belong to?

What phylum do all insects belong to?

What class do all insects belong to?

When we broke down the insects into like Diptera, Hymenoptera, etc. What are those examples of?

Each insect name contains two parts. What are those two parts?

Organisms can reproduce if they are all in the same what?

What does the Lepidoptera contain?

Pollinators are bees and butterflies. Which two orders contain these insects?

Insects with an X on their backs are in which order?

What are 3 characteristics that all insects share?

What are two characteristics that all arthropods share?

Insects, like humans, belong to the Animal Kingdom.
The Phylum for all insects is Arthropod, characterized by jointed limbs and an exoskeleton.
Insects are classified under the Class Insecta, which encompasses all insect species.

Orders such as Diptera (flies) and Hymenoptera (bees, wasps) categorize insects into more specific groups.
The binomial nomenclature system names each insect using two parts: the Genus and Species.
Organisms that can reproduce together are classified under the same Species.

Lepidoptera includes Moths and Butterflies.
Pollinators like bees and butterflies belong to the Lepidoptera and Hymenoptera orders.
Insects with an "X" on their backs are classified in the Hemiptera order.

All insects share three key characteristics: 6 legs, 3 body segments, and wings.
All Arthropods have an exoskeleton, providing protection and support.