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.

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