Austropetaliidae
- Pronunciation
- /aw-stroh-pet-al-IID-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Austropetaliidae
- Plural
- Austropetaliidae
Definition
A family of dragonflies found primarily in the Southern Hemisphere, particularly in Australia and South America. They are characterized by their unique wing venation and a specialized head structure.
Etymology
From Latin 'australis', meaning 'southern', and 'Petalia', typically referring to 'wings' or 'petals'.
Example
The Austropetaliidae are considered to be a primitive group of dragonflies, with their phylogenetic relationships still being studied.