Archostemata
- Pronunciation
- /ar-kos-STEH-mat-a/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Plural
- Archostemata
Definition
A suborder of beetles characterized by a simplified wing structure and ancient lineage, often considered one of the most primitive groups of beetles.
Etymology
From Greek 'archos', meaning 'chief' or 'principal', and 'stemma', meaning 'garland' or 'wreath'.
Example
Archostemata are often discovered in fossil records and include some of the most primitive beetle lineages.