Entomobryomorpha

Pronunciation
/en-to-mo-bry-o-mor-fa/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Entomobryomorph
Plural
Entomobryomorpha

Definition

An order of springtails, which are primitive, wingless arthropods characterized by their elongated bodies and furcula, a tail-like appendage used for jumping.

Etymology

From Greek 'entomon', meaning 'insect', and 'bryo', meaning 'moss', referring to their typical habitat, and '-morpha', indicating shape or form.

Example

Entomobryomorpha are often found in leaf litter and soil, where they play a vital role in decomposition.

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