Apterygote Flashcards
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Archaeognatha (Jumping Bristletails): Traits
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- Thorax arched
- Contiguous large compound eyes
- Nocturnal behavior
- Body covered with scales.
- Known to jump when disturbed by flexing the abdomen
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Archaeognatha: Habitat
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Common along rocky shores and woodlands.
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Archaeognatha: Diet
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Feed on algae, mosses, and decaying matter.
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Zygentoma (Silverfish and Firebrats): Traits
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Body flattened with scales
* Silverfish: Silver scales
* Firebrats: Brownish scales
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Zygentoma: Habitat
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Known as household pests
* Silverfish: common in households.
* Firebrats: Prefer warm areas.
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Zygentoma: Diet
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Scavengers