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Phylum Arthropoda - Insects

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  • Insects make up the largest group of complex invertebrates. There are more than 700,000 classified species of insects with more being discovered every year!
  • Insects are the only invertebrates that are able to fly.
  • Insects have antennae, six legs and three body segments.
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Female fireflies flash their lights in a special pattern to attract male fireflies flying by.  

 

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