Leptopodidae

Pronunciation
/LEP-toh-POD-ih-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Leptopodidae
Plural
Leptopodidae

Definition

A family of true bugs in the order Hemiptera, characterized by their slender bodies and long legs.

Etymology

The name comes from Greek 'lepto-', meaning 'slender', and '-podus', meaning 'foot'.

Example

Leptopodidae are often found on the ground or in vegetation.

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