Epiophlebiidae
- Pronunciation
- /eh-pee-oh-fleh-BEE-uh-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Epiophlebiidae
- Plural
- Epiophlebiidae
Definition
A small family of dragonfly-like insects, considered a relict group with only two extant species in East Asia.
Etymology
Named after the Greek words 'epi', meaning 'upon', and 'phlebos', meaning 'vein', with 'idae' denoting a family.
Example
Epiophlebiidae share characteristics with both dragonflies and damselflies, placing them in a unique taxonomic position.