Insect Classification Flashcards
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What kingdom do we belong to?

Animal kingdom

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

Animal kingdom

What phylum do all insects belong to?

Arthropod

What class do all insects belong to?

<p>Insecta</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Orders</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Genus and Species</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Species</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Lepidoptera contain?

<p>Moth and Butterfly</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Lepidoptera and Hymenoptera</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Hemiptera</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are 3 characteristics that all insects share?

<p>6 legs, 3 body segments, wings</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are two characteristics that all arthropods share?

<p>Exoskeleton</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Insect Classification Overview

  • 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.

Taxonomy Breakdown

  • 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.

Key Orders and Characteristics

  • 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.

Shared Characteristics

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

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Test your knowledge on insect classification with these flashcards. This quiz covers the basic taxonomic hierarchy, including kingdoms and phyla that relate to insects. Enhance your understanding of where insects fit within the Animal Kingdom.

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