FOLIO Ontology

Insects

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Preferred Label Insecta
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Arthropods

Definition

Insects are a class of invertebrate animals within the phylum Arthropoda, characterized by a three-part body (head, thorax, and abdomen), three pairs of jointed legs, compound eyes, and one pair of antennae. Insects are the most diverse group of animals on Earth, inhabiting nearly all environments and playing crucial roles in ecosystems as pollinators, decomposers, and prey for other animals.

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