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==Classification==
 
==Classification==
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[[Image:Arthropod classifiation.jpg|thumb|right|150px|Arthropod Classification - copyright nabrown RVC]]
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The phylum arthropoda is divided into several subphylums including Chelicerata (which includes the arachnids), Myriapoda, Hexapoda (which includes the insecta), Crustacea and Trilobitomorpha. These are then divided into many classes. The two of major veterinary importance are the '''insecta''' and '''arachnida''' classes.
  
 
==Structure and Function==
 
==Structure and Function==

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PARASITES
ARTHROPODS



Classification

Arthropod Classification - copyright nabrown RVC

The phylum arthropoda is divided into several subphylums including Chelicerata (which includes the arachnids), Myriapoda, Hexapoda (which includes the insecta), Crustacea and Trilobitomorpha. These are then divided into many classes. The two of major veterinary importance are the insecta and arachnida classes.

Structure and Function

Life cycles

Ticks

Mites