Body of an Insect
An insect has the following features:
The body of an insect generally is divided into 3 parts:
The Head
The Thorax
The Abdomen
- A pair of antennae
- 6 legs used for walking
- A body divided into 3 parts
- An outer skeleton
- Mouthparts adapted for the particular insect's diet
The body of an insect generally is divided into 3 parts:
The Head
- Pair of antennae
- Mouthparts typically with a pair of lower jaws called maxillae and upper jaws called mandibles
The Thorax
- Three pairs of legs/Six legs
- Wings if the insect has any
The Abdomen
- Reproductive System
- Digestive System