Invertebrates

Definition of Invertebrates as it relates to Animals, Arachnids, Mites, Animal Kingdom, Zoology

Invertebrates, within the context of Zoology, refer to animals that do not possess a backbone or spinal column. This diverse group makes up the majority of animal species in the Animal Kingdom and includes various forms such as Arachnids and Mites. As inhabitants of the subcategory under Zoology, Invertebrates are characterized by their lack of vertebrae and encompass a wide range of creatures, from tiny microorganisms to large marine animals like octopuses. Despite their structural differences compared to Vertebrates, Invertebrates exhibit complex behaviors and play crucial roles in ecosystems worldwide.

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  • [CaveInvertebrates.org] caveinvertebrates.org
  • [virginiainvertebrates.org] Virginia Institute for Invertebrates – Conservation Natural History of Virginia's Invertebrate Life
  • [Exuvium.net] Exuvium – Isopods, invertebrates, food, equipment
  • [SaltwaterFish.com] Saltwater Fish - Coral - Invertebrates - Aquariums - Tanks
  • [brandoncole.com] Brandon Cole Marine Photography. Underwater stock photography of whales, dolphins, seals and sea lions, sharks, manatees, salmon, fish, invertebrates, and more.
  • [Invertebrate.us] Center for Invertebrate Biology – Learn about Invertebrates
  • [xerces.org] The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation
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