Lesson 21 Flashcards by Michelle Kershaw | Brainscape

Q

What is the English meaning of Lepidoptera?

A

scale-winged

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Q

Insects in the Lepidoptera order have what kind of metamorphosis?

A

complete

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Q

What are the two main characteristics for the Lepidoptera order?

A

large wings; coiling mouthparts

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Q

When a caterpillar hatches, what does it eat?

A

It eats the plant on which it is laid

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Q

Does a butterfly fly in a line or in a zig-zag?

A

zig-zag

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Q

Name the insect and its order.

A

Cabbage Butterfly; Lepidoptera

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Name the insect and its order.

A

Swallowtail Butterfly

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