Lesson 17 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the English meaning of Coleoptera?
A
sheath-winged
2
Q
Insects in the Coleoptera order have what kind of metamorphosis?
A
complete
3
Q
What are the two main characteristics for the Coleoptera order?
A
front wings are hard; front wings meed down the middle of the back
4
Q
Why is a ladybug a useful beetle?
A
It eats aphids
5
Q
What are the hard cases over the beetle’s back?
A
front wings/elytra
6
Q
Name the insect and its order.
A
Whirligig Beetle; Coleoptera
