Problem
Threatened species of Arthropods
Experimental visualization of narrower problems
Other Names:
Endangered species of arthropodsArthropoda under threat of extinction
Nature:
The arthropoda constitute a vast assemblage of invertebrates comprising about two million species; several times the number of all other animal species combined. Their adaptive diversity has enabled representatives to survive in virtually every habitat, and in many respects they are the most successful invaders of the land.
The distinguishing feature of arthropods, and one to which many other evolutionary innovations are related, is the chitinous exoskeleton or cuticle. This covers the entire body and is divided into inter-connecting plates which permit movement. Growth is facilitated by periodic moulting.
The phylum consists of insects, spiders, and crustaceans; their existence is threatened by such factors as: fishing; damage to natural habitats; agricultural, commercial and residential development; exploitation for biomedical use; and the demand for unusual and exotic pets.
Broader Problems:
Threatened species of Invertebrates Narrower Problems:
Threatened species of ArachnidsThreatened species of TardigradaThreatened species of MerostomataExtinct species of ArthropleuridaThreatened species of ChelicerataThreatened species of crustaceansThreatened species of Pentastomida Related Problems:
Arthropods as intermediate hosts Aggravates:
Threatened species of Trichomycetes Strategies:
Maintaining biodiversity of marine speciesConserving endangered species of invertebratesProtecting arthropodaConserving endangered species of arthropoda Values:
ExtinctionThreat Subject(s):
Invertebrates → CrustaceaInvertebrates → Invertebrates
Societal Problems → Destruction
Societal Problems → Endangered species
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
C: Cross-sectoral problems Date of last update
28.09.2019 – 19:06 CEST