Mecopterida
- Pronunciation
- /mek-OP-ter-i-da/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Mecopteran
- Plural
- Mecopterans
Definition
A superorder of insects which includes orders like Mecoptera (scorpionflies), Siphonaptera (fleas), and Diptera (true flies).
Etymology
From Greek 'meckos' meaning 'long', and 'ptera' meaning 'wings'.
Example
Mecopterida includes various insects like scorpionflies and fleas.
Related Terms
Usage Notes
Mecopterida are considered a superorder within the infraclass Neoptera.