Acanthmetropodidae
- Pronunciation
- /ak-AN-thuh-MET-roh-POD-id-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Acanthmetropodidae
- Plural
- Acanthmetropodidae
Definition
A small family of mayflies in the order Ephemeroptera, known for their unique larval forms.
Etymology
From Greek 'acanthos', meaning 'thorn', and 'metra', meaning 'womb', referring to the thorny appearance and reproductive parts.
Example
Acanthmetropodidae are commonly studied by entomologists for their unique characteristics.