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A224 - Arthropods
Arthropods are animals that have an external skeleton. They are the most
abundant animals on Earth but are often misunderstood. Spiders, millipedes, and
other arthropods are often mistakenly referred to as “insects” and “bugs.” This
poster explains the differences.
Each of the five clades (formerly subphylum) is carefully explored. Highly
detailed illustrations show an incredible 98 species, many life size. All are
identified by both common and scientific names.
Insects account for the great bulk of the arthropods, and this poster includes
representatives of all the major orders. The crustaceans include crabs and
lobsters as well as shrimp, krill, and even barnacles. Included with them is the
giant sea scorpion; this long-extinct animal is the largest arthropod that ever lived,
reaching a length of six feet. This remarkable poster even includes the prehistoric
trilobites. They were the dominant life form during the Permian but became
extinct. Highly educational, very attractive, and decorative, this poster appeals to
teachers, students, collectors, and professional entomologists.
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