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Biological Classification[series info]

Bugs & Other Hemipterans

Live-action footage isolates the distinguishing characteristic of Heteropterans, or true bugs: rigid fore wings covering tiny back wings and a piercing tool used for feeding. These include firebugs, shield bugs, cabbage bugs, water striders, the corise, saucer bugs, and the water stick insect. Examples of Homopterans such as aphids, white flies and cicadas complete these two groups, together comprising Hemipterans.

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY
Seventh Grade-Tenth Grade
Taping Rights Available until: Aug 31, 2011

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