# Invertebrate Animal

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RCBYQBHCTDnnpanK0HJ0I7w

## Labels

**Alternative Labels:**

- Invertebrate
- Non-vertebrate Animal

## Definition

An Invertebrate Animal is a member of the animal kingdom that lacks a backbone or spinal column. Invertebrates encompass a vast array of species including insects, mollusks, crustaceans, arachnids, and echinoderms, and they constitute the majority of animal diversity on Earth.

## Sub Class Of

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## Parent Class Of

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**Deprecated:** False