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NATURE - Arthropods -
Orthopterans
SPACER
Arachnids
Assorted Arachnids
Cobweb
& Crab Spiders
Fishing
& Wolf Spiders
Jumping Spiders
Orbweavers
Bees
& Wasps
Bees
Wasps
Beetles
& Bugs
Beetles
Bugs
Butterflies
& Moths
Butterflies
Moths
Damselflies
& Dragonflies
Damselflies
Dragonflies
Flies
Bee Flies
Calyptrate Flies
Deer & Snipe Flies
Funky Flies
Hoverflies
Robber Flies
Orthopterans
Other
Arthropods
Orthoptera, the scientific name for this order of insects, is derived from the ancient Greek words orthós and pterá meaning straight wings. However, they are probably better known for their strong hind legs which they use for jumping. There are an estimated 20,000 species worldwide.
Crickets
Grasshoppers
Katydids
