Grylloblattodea

Definition

An order of insects characterized by their primitive morphology and unique adaptations for cold, mountainous habitats. They are part of the suborder Notoptera, not Neuropterodea.

Etymology

From Greek 'gryllus' (cricket) and 'blatta' (cockroach), referring to the resemblance of these insects to crickets and cockroaches. The suffix '-odea' denotes an order.

Example

Grylloblattodea are considered primitive insects due to their ancestral features.

Related Terms

• Notoptera
• Ice crawlers
• Rock crawlers

Usage Notes

The name Grylloblattodea is also sometimes written as 'Grylloblatta'