I am a Scientist: Observing Insects
Winged Insect
Specimen Sketch
Record
Common name:
…………………………………………………….
Wings obviously protruding from body
yes
no
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Number of pairs of wings
Scientific name:
one
two
………………………. …………………………
Wings transparent
yes
no
Wings with fine net-like appearance
yes
no
Other observations:
Approximate body length: ……… mm
Crawling Insect
Specimen Sketch
Record
Common name:
…………………………………………………….
Wings present
yes
Scientific name:
………………………. …………………………
Hind legs strongly developed for hopping
yes
no
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no
Antennae long with many segments
yes
no
Forewings thick and meet in midline along length
of back
yes
no
Other observations:
Approximate body length: ……… mm