Hymenoptera

From WikiMD's medical encyclopedia

Hymenoptera is a large order of insects, comprising the sawflies, wasps, bees, and ants. Over 150,000 living species of Hymenoptera have been described, in addition to over 2,000 extinct ones.

Overview

Members of the order Hymenoptera play a vital role in the ecosystem. They are often involved in pollination, and many species are notable for their stinging behavior. Hymenoptera also includes some of the most social of insects, such as ants and some bees and wasps.

Characteristics

Hymenoptera species share common characteristics such as a pair of large compound eyes, two pairs of strong, thin wings, and a mobile head. They have an exoskeleton made of chitin and their body is divided into three sections: the head, the thorax, and the abdomen.

Classification

The Hymenoptera order is divided into two suborders: Symphyta and Apocrita. The Symphyta are the sawflies and their relatives; the Apocrita include the wasps, bees, and ants.

Importance to Humans

Hymenoptera are of immense ecological and economic importance. Many species are beneficial as pollinators of crops and other plants, while others are valuable as biological control agents of pest insects.

See Also

References


External Links

WHO Rod.svg
This article is a medical stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it!
PubMed
Wikipedia


Stub icon
   This article is a medical stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it!

  • Hymenoptera

  • Hymenoptera

  • Hymenoptera

  • Hymenoptera

  • Hymenoptera

  • Hymenoptera

  • Hymenoptera

  • Hymenoptera

  • Hymenoptera

  • Hymenoptera

  • Hymenoptera

  • Hymenoptera

Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Transform your life with W8MD's budget GLP-1 injections from $125.

W8mdlogo.png
W8MD weight loss doctors team

W8MD offers a medical weight loss program to lose weight in Philadelphia. Our physician-supervised medical weight loss provides:

NYC weight loss doctor appointments

Start your NYC weight loss journey today at our NYC medical weight loss and Philadelphia medical weight loss clinics.

Linkedin_Shiny_Icon Facebook_Shiny_Icon YouTube_icon_(2011-2013) Google plus


Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Let Food Be Thy Medicine
Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates

Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates, categories Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.

Retrieved from "https://wikimd.org/w/index.php?title=Hymenoptera&oldid=6324919"

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD