Part of CL-05 — The Living World: Taxonomy & Systematics

Worked Problem: Classifying an Unknown Organism Step-by-Step

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Problem

An entomologist collects an unknown insect with the following characteristics:

  • Two pairs of wings (four wings total)
  • Sting present (female)
  • Three pairs of legs
  • Produces honey
  • Segmented body: head, thorax, abdomen
  • Antennae present

Task: (1) Identify the organism at all taxonomic ranks. (2) Write the correct scientific name. (3) State which taxonomic aids the entomologist might use.

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