Arthropoda
arthropods
Subphylum Guides
4- Chelicerata(Chelicerates)
- Crustacea(crustaceans)
- Hexapoda(hexapods)
- Myriapoda(myriapods)
Arthropoda is a major animal characterized by jointed appendages, a segmented body, and a chitinous . The phylum includes insects, arachnids, myriapods, and crustaceans—collectively representing the most diverse and abundant group of animals on Earth. occupy virtually every terrestrial and aquatic , from deep ocean trenches to high mountain peaks. The name derives from Greek roots meaning 'jointed foot.'
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Arthropoda: /ɑːrˈθrɒpədə/
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
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