Arthropod Diversity

Arthropods dominate the animal kingdom with an astonishing 1.15 million described species, far surpassing mollusks, which number around 90,000. Chordates, including vertebrates like mammals and fish, contribute about 60,000 species to the diversity. Additionally, various types of worms add to the rich tapestry of life, each boasting thousands of species, highlighting the vastness of extant biodiversity.