Insecta
- Pronunciation
- /in-SEK-tuh/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Insect
- Plural
- Insects
Definition
A class of arthropods characterized by three body segments (head, thorax, abdomen), six legs, and typically two pairs of wings.
Etymology
From Latin 'insectus', meaning 'cut into' or 'segmented'.
Example
Insecta includes a wide variety of insects, such as butterflies, beetles, and ants.