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Biological Classification[series info]

Ladybug Beetles & Other Coleopterans

Opens with close-up photography of aphids providing food for ants, which in turn are being eaten by ladybugs. Shows that the ladybug has two membranous folding wings protected by two rigid wing covers that are typical of Coleopterans. Also notes the grinding mouth apparatus common to all beetles, which contains the largest number of species of any group in the animal kingdom.

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

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