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Also known as insect science, insect biology, insectology, bugology

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Entomology is the scientific study of insects, which represent the largest and most diverse group of animals on Earth. This field of study matters because insects play crucial roles in ecosystems and human life, from pollinating crops to serving as food sources and indicators of environmental health.

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