Mammal hair is composed of keratin while insects produce hair-like structures called setae which are composed of chitin and provide protection from the elements, serve as sense organs and helps collect pollen.


Celebrating and Caring for the Land
2025-08-02
Mammal hair is composed of keratin while insects produce hair-like structures called setae which are composed of chitin and provide protection from the elements, serve as sense organs and helps collect pollen.


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