Insects are not only the most diverse subgroup of arthropods, but with over a million discovered species it is the most diverse group of animals on earth. Although they can’t all be as beautiful as a butterfly, they all play important roles in their ecosystems—just think of where we would be without bees!
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The segmented exoskeletons of insects have a hard, inner layer called the cuticle, and a water-resistant outside layer called the exocuticle. Insects are divided into two major groups: winged insects and wingless insects. Air is taken in through structures called spirials, and delivered directly to the body.
Most insects reproduce sexually and are oviparous (hatch from eggs after the eggs are laid), although some insects reproduce asexually.
You can grow your own butterflies using a premade kit from Home Training Tools!
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We Raise Monarch Butterflies It Is Lots of FUN!!!!!!