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Photographer:
Ken Walker
Source:
Museum Victoria
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Wasps, Bees and Ants
Class: Insecta
Phylum: Arthropoda
Order: Hymenoptera
Description:
Diverse group of insects ranging from 0.1-120mm in length. Most have biting mouthparts, two membranous wings and a narrow waist between the thorax and abdomen. Bees lack biting mouthparts. Most ants lack wings. Many have a sting and can inject venom. Found in almost every habitat. Eat a variety of foods. Predators include other insects, spiders, mammals, birds, reptiles and frogs. |
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