1. Entomology

2. Entomology
/,en(t)əˈmäləjē/
The study of insects/bugs.

3. What is an insect? Insects are…
Arthropods (exoskeleton; skeleton on the outside of body)
A segmented body (head, thorax, and abdomen)
One pair of antennae
Usually, have wings
Six legs

4. Where to find them?
On plants and trees
In the dirt
Under rocks or logs
In rivers, streams, marshes, and the ocean
In the sky
On other animals
And many more
Insects live in many different ecosystems or habitats.

5. Entomology Project What you’ll get out of the project…
Learn about different types of insects
A better understanding of other projects
How to collect insects
Importance of insects
Possible field trips (hikes, Bug Fair, laboratory, and museums)

6. Interested? Have questions? Comments? Concerns? Contact Amanda Penicks