Identify the common invertebrates that affect plant growth and development.

Identification should include

• definition of an invertebrate
• listing different invertebrates
• beneficial vs. harmful/pest invertebrates in Virginia that have a significant effect on plant growth and development
• assessing injury based on mouth part
• anatomy and physiology of invertebrates
• beneficial and harmful/pest invertebrate life cycles.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are economic benefits and costs associated with invertebrate management?
• What are the major invertebrates that impact Virginia agriculture?
• What is a beneficial invertebrate?
• What are the basic body parts of an invertebrate?
• What are the life-developmental stages of invertebrates?
• Why is it important to understand the developmental stages of invertebrates when determining pest-control methods?