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Which three body regions make up an insect’s body?
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An illustration of insect diversity.
An insect's body is divided into three distinct regions:12
- Head: This region bears the mouthparts, eyes, and a pair of antennae.1
- Thorax: This is a three-segmented region that typically supports three pairs of legs in adults, as well as one or two pairs of wings.13
- Abdomen: This many-segmented region contains the insect's digestive, excretory, and reproductive organs.1