Oedischiidae

Pronunciation
/oh-ED-is-kee-ih-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Oedischiidae
Plural
Oedischiidae

Definition

An extinct family of orthopteran insects, known from the fossil record, that were related to modern-day grasshoppers and crickets.

Etymology

The name is derived from Greek words meaning 'swell' or 'inflate', referring to the appearance of some body parts.

Example

The Oedischiidae are known from fossils dating back to the Carboniferous period.

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