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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.
