Meinertellidae

Pronunciation
/my-ner-tel-lee-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Meinertellid
Plural
Meinertellidae

Definition

A family of primitive insects commonly known as bristletails, belonging to the order Archaeognatha.

Etymology

Named after the type genus, *Meinertellus*.

Example

Meinertellidae are often found in tropical and subtropical regions.

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