The Butterfly and Moth , Order- Lepidotera, Characteristics and Classification. By Aditya Kadbe скачать в хорошем качестве

The Butterfly and Moth , Order- Lepidotera, Characteristics and Classification. By Aditya Kadbe

Order Lepidoptera | Butterflies and Moths | Complete Description Order Lepidoptera includes some of the most beautiful and well-known insects such as butterflies and moths. The name Lepidoptera is derived from Greek words lepido (scale) and ptera (wings), referring to the scale-covered wings, which are the most characteristic feature of this order. Key Characteristics of Order Lepidoptera • Body divided into head, thorax, and abdomen • Wings covered with microscopic coloured scales • Two pairs of wings (forewings and hindwings) • Mouthparts modified into a coiled proboscis for sucking nectar • Large compound eyes and well-developed antennae • Mostly terrestrial insects • Adults are good pollinators Larval Stage (Caterpillar) • Larva is called a caterpillar • Body is soft, elongated, and segmented • Chewing type mouthparts • Possess thoracic legs and abdominal prolegs • Mainly herbivorous and plant feeders • Many species are agricultural pests