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Reproduction Flashcards

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Three types of beneficial insects

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Pollinators, natural enemies, decomposers

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Natural enemies

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Naturally control pests without our help

Lady beetles feed on aphids, hornets prey on caterpillars

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Decomposers

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Insects that feed on organic debris and help recycle these materials

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Scavengers

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Insects that feed on organic debris and help “recycle” materials

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Non-beneficial

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Plant pests and vectors (transmit disease)

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Vectors

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Carriers of animal and plant disease (Mosquitoes transmit Zika)

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