Lepismatidae
- Pronunciation
- /LEH-pis-mah-TIDE-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Lepismatid
- Plural
- Lepismatids
Definition
A family of primitive, wingless insects belonging to the order Zygentoma. They are commonly known as 'silverfish' and are often found in moist environments.
Etymology
From Greek 'lepis', meaning 'scale', and 'matus', meaning 'mother'.
Example
Lepismatidae are often found in damp caves and forests.