Berberentulidae

Definition

A family of small, slender-bodied arthropods belonging to the subclass Protura. These minute, wingless insects are characterized by their white or pale bodies and lack of antennae, instead using their front legs as sensory organs.

Etymology

Named due to its classification within Entognatha, which contains proturans that have been studied within various ecosystems.

Example

Berberentulidae are often found in soil, leaf litter, and decaying wood, where they aid in decomposition.

Related Terms

• Protura
• Entognatha