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Arthropods

A taxonomic group of animals that includes spiders, crabs, insects and centipedes whose bodies posses pairs of jointed limbs and in most cases an exoskeleton.

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Caterpillar

Animals; Arthropods

The worm like larva of butterfly or moth. They feed on plants and their bodies are covered in fine hairs.

Mite

Animals; Arthropods

A tiny animal that is related to the tick. Mites often live as parasite on other animals or plants.

Bug

Animals; Arthropods

A wingless or four-winged insect that has mouth parts used for piercing or sucking. Aphids and lice are examples of bugs.

Cicada

Animals; Arthropods

An insect with a wide, flat head and transparent wings. Male cicada makes a loud sound with organs in their abdomens.

Feeler

Animals; Arthropods

A slender body part that is used for touching or sensing. Insect's antennas are feelers.

Feeler

Animals; Arthropods

A slender body part that is used for touching or sensing. Insect's antennas are feelers.

Fly

Animals; Arthropods

A type of insect that has one pair of wings and large compound eyes. Houseflies and mosquitoes are flies.

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