insektoja
Insektoja, also known as the Insecta, is a class of invertebrates within the phylum Arthropoda. They are characterized by their three-part body (head, thorax, and abdomen), a chitinous exoskeleton, and typically six legs. Insektoja are the most diverse group of animals on Earth, with over a million described species, and are found in virtually every habitat on the planet.
The class Insecta is divided into several orders, each with distinct characteristics. Some of the most well-known
- Coleoptera: Beetles, which are the largest order of insects, with over 350,000 described species.
- Diptera: Flies and mosquitoes, which are known for their ability to fly and their role in pollination
- Hymenoptera: Bees, ants, and wasps, which are known for their social behavior and the production of
- Lepidoptera: Butterflies and moths, which are known for their colorful wings and the role they play
- Orthoptera: Grasshoppers, crickets, and katydids, which are known for their ability to jump and their role
Insektoja play a crucial role in ecosystems, serving as both predators and prey, pollinators, and decomposers.