Enicocephalidae

Pronunciation
/en-i-ko-seph-i-DEH-ee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Enicocephalidae
Plural
Enicocephalidae

Definition

A family of true bugs in the order Hemiptera, commonly known as 'unique-headed bugs'. They are characterized by their distinctive elongated heads and often have a unique front leg structure.

Etymology

From Greek 'eni-', meaning 'within', and 'kephale', meaning 'head'.

Example

Enicocephalidae are often found in diverse habitats.

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