Arachnida
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Classification
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.
The arachnids includes well known veterinary species such as ticks and mites. It also includes scorpions and spiders. Most of the structure and function of the arachnids is similar to the insecta.