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.

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