Arixeniina

Pronunciation
/ar-IX-en-ee-IN-ah/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Arixenia
Plural
Arixeniina

Definition

A suborder of parasitic earwigs within the order Dermaptera, characterized by their specialized morphology and epizoic behavior.

Etymology

Example

Arixeniina are known for their unique adaptations for living on mammals.

Related Terms

  • Dermaptera
  • Earwigs
  • Epizoic