👉 In the field of biology, a "strepsipteran" is a group of animals that are characterized by their exoskeletons. These creatures have a tough, fibrous outer layer called a stipe or carapace. The stipes are typically made up of a series of layers of cells that work together to provide support and protection for the animal's body. Strepsipterans include a wide variety of animals, from crustaceans like crabs and lob