Arthropods

There are more arthropods on earth than any other animal! But do you know what an arthropod is? 

Arthropods are animals with an exoskeleton, meaning they have their skeleton on the outside! They also have segmented bodies and are cold-blooded. 

What arthropods can you find on your hike today? Use the graphics below to help you learn a little more about them and count them as you explore!






P.S.- The Trilobite fossils from yesterday are arthropods too!

Location: Austin, TX, USA

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