Apteropanorpidae
- Pronunciation
- /ap-ter-o-pan-OR-pid-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Apteropanorpid
- Plural
- Apteropanorpids
Definition
A family of insects in the order Mecoptera, characterized by their wingless nature.
Etymology
Greek 'apter' meaning 'without wings', and 'Panorpa' being the name of a genus within the order Mecoptera.
Example
Apteropanorpidae are often found in dark, moist habitats.