What makes an insect are suited for flight; adaptations of insects to flying

What makes an insect are suited for flight; adaptations of insects to flying

  • have streamline body
  • have strong flight muscles
  • have exoskeletons for attachment of flight muscles
  • have extensive tracheal system that delivers oxygen directly to the muscles
  • some insects have two pairs of wings to increase the surface area
  • some have halters for balancing
  • are small to reduce weight
  • have protective exoskeleton
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