Slide Set - Insect Anatomy - Set of 9

The Insect Anatomy Microscope Slide Set includes 9 prepared slides showcasing various anatomical features of insects such as the cockroach, butterfly, bee, and housefly. This set highlights key structures including antennae, wings, mouthparts, legs, spiracles, and compound eyes-providing students with a fascinating view of the external and internal adaptations that contribute to insect survival and functionality. Ideal for lessons in entomology, biology, or environmental science, this slide set helps learners investigate the structural diversity and specialisation within the insect class.

Educational Benefits:

• Supports in-depth exploration of insect anatomy and functional morphology.
• Reinforces learning in classification, physiology, and evolutionary biology.
• Enhances observation skills and understanding of structural adaptations.
• Encourages appreciation for insect diversity and ecological roles.

Classroom Application Ideas:

• Integrate into life science units focusing on arthropods and invertebrate biology.
• Compare structures like wings, spiracles, and mouthparts across different species.
• Use to support classification activities by linking external features to function.
• Encourage drawing, labelling, and comparison tasks to develop scientific literacy.

Specifications:

Set Includes 9 Prepared Slides:

• Periplaneta (cockroach) trachea (E)
• Pieris (butterfly) imago antenna (E)
• Apis (bee) wing (E)
• Apis three legs (E)
• Apis spiracles (E)
• Musca (housefly) proboscis (E)
• Pieris imago proboscis (E)
• Periplaneta mouthparts, disarticulated (E)
• Apis head and eyes (VS)
• Slide Type: Permanently mounted glass slides with clear labelling
• Application: For insect structure, entomology, and general zoology studies
• Educational Level: Suitable for middle to senior secondary and tertiary students
• Packaging: Organised and durable for repeated classroom use