Neurorthidae

Pronunciation
/NEW-or-THID-ee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Neurorthidae
Plural
Neurorthidae

Definition

A family of insects in the order Neuroptera.

Etymology

Named after the Greek words 'neuron', meaning 'nerve', and 'orthos', meaning 'straight'.

Example

The Neurorthidae are a relatively small family within Neuroptera, known for their aquatic larvae.

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