Heteronemiidae
- Pronunciation
- /HE-ter-oh-NEM-ee-eye-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Heteronemiidae
- Plural
- Heteronemiidae
Definition
A family of walkingsticks (order Phasmatodea).
Full guide
Read the full Heteronemiidae guide for identification, examples, and taxonomy.
Etymology
From Greek 'heteron' meaning 'other' and 'nema' meaning 'thread'
Example
The Heteronemiidae are known for their large size and impressive camouflage.