Grylloidea
- Pronunciation
- /GRIL-oh-ID-ee-uh/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Grylloid
- Plural
- Grylloids
Definition
A superfamily of insects belonging to the order Orthoptera, typically including crickets and their relatives.
Etymology
From Greek 'gryllus', meaning 'cricket' or 'grasshopper', and 'oidea', indicating a higher taxonomic group.
Example
Gryllioids are known for their powerful wings and loud, chirping songs.