Even defining `an insect' can be difficult! But any understanding of their massive variety must start from a clear picture of the basic structural template that forms the foundation for any such definition and later diversification. That progressive differentiation has taken place through adaptive modification of almost any structure present, and defining that body plan is vital in distinguishing true insects from other animals.
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New, T. R. (2011). The Basic Insect Pattern: Theme and Variations. In ‘In Considerable Variety’: Introducing the Diversity of Australia’s Insects (pp. 1–12). Springer Netherlands. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-007-1780-0_1
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