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Yes, arthropods have to moult in order to increase in size, because their exoskeleton is rigid and inhibits growth. The process is called ecdysis and is not limited only to arthropods; it is a characteristic of their clade, ecdysozoa, which includes nematodes and other phyla. Arthropods are more vulnerable when moulting because their new exoskeleton is soft and therefore more vulnerable to predators. The new exoskeleton takes a while to harden; many will hide and wait during this time. Arthropods will usually moult multiple times during their lifespan; the process is also associated with lost limb regrowth.
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Does molting occur in arthropods at mature stage?
Some arthropods do molt after reaching maturity. However, most arthropod species only molt before adulthood is reached and not afterward. King crabs are an example of an arthropod that still molts occasionally after reaching maturity.
Is it more dangerous for birds or arthropods to molt?
It is more dangerous for arthropods to molt, because an arthropod without an exoskeleton is more vulnerable than a bird without feathers.
What is an example of an crustacean?
A crustacean is any arthropod with what is known as an exoskeleton. This means they must molt to grow. Examples include lobsters, crabs, and even shrimp.
Why is ecdysis necessary?
Ecdysis is when an arthropod molts its exoskeleton. Molting is necessary. The arthropod exoskeleton is inflexible, so, for it to grow larger, arthropods must molt.
Does a toad molt?
toads do molt then they eat there molt
What are the caractoristics of a butterfly that make it a arthropod?
It's invertebrate (no backbone), has an exoskeleton and jointed legs, and its larvae molt to grow. The fact it has six legs and wings makes it an insect, a group within the larger group of arthropods.
How do pythons molt?
They do not and can not molt. "Molt" means to shed hair, pythons have no hair.
Do pythons molt?
They do not and can not molt. "Molt" means to shed hair, pythons have no hair.
Why do cats molt?
They do not molt; they shed.
When pinnipeds molt they?
When pinnipeds molt they
Which of these has an exoskeleton arthropod worm vertebrate cnidarian?
An arthropod
How many times the ants molt?
Zero times the ants molt. Ants do not molt.
