Monura
- Pronunciation
- /mo-NU-rah/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Monura
- Plural
- Monura
Definition
An extinct order of wingless insects related to silverfish and firebrats, characterized by long antennae and cerci.
Etymology
From Greek 'monos', meaning 'single', and 'oura', meaning 'tail'.
Example
Fossils of Monura provide insights into the early evolution of insects.