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.

Full guide

Read the full Meinertellidae guide for identification, examples, and taxonomy.

Etymology

Named after the type genus, *Meinertellus*.

Example

Meinertellidae are often found in tropical and subtropical regions.

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