Nonoculata

Pronunciation
/no-no-KUL-a-tuh/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Nonoculata
Plural
Nonoculata

Definition

A suborder within Entognatha, an arthropod class that includes hexapods with internalized mouthparts and no compound eyes.

Etymology

Example

Nonoculata includes Diplura, which are small, entognathous arthropods known for their lack of compound eyes.

Related Terms

  • Entognatha
  • Hexapods
  • Diplura