Neanuridae
- Pronunciation
- /nee-an-ur-ih-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Neanuridae
- Plural
- Neanuridae
Definition
A family of insects belonging to the order Collembola (springtails).
Etymology
Named after the Greek 'neos', meaning 'new', and 'anura', meaning 'without tail'.
Example
Neanuridae are often found in soil and leaf litter.