Insects display an incredible diversity of body forms and ecological roles. Some insects undergo complete metamorphosis, a lifecycle involving distinct larval, pupal, and adult stages. How might this lifecycle contribute to the success and diversity of these insects? It allows the larval and adult stages to exploit different resources or habitats. It allows the insects to reproduce more rapidly. It provides a defense against predators. It allows the insects to migrate long distances.

Insects display an incredible diversity of body forms and ecological roles. Some insects undergo complete metamorphosis, a lifecycle involving distinct larval, pupal, and adult stages. How might this lifecycle contribute to the success and diversity of these insects? It allows the larval and adult stages to exploit different resources or habitats. It allows the insects to reproduce more rapidly. It provides a defense against predators. It allows the insects to migrate long distances.

Biology Today and Tomorrow without Physiology (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter15: Animal Evolution

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