Panorpodidae

Pronunciation: /PAN-or-pod-ID-ee/

Category: Taxonomy

Singular: Panorpodidae

Plural: Panorpodidae

Definition

A family of scorpionflies characterized by their short wings and resemblance to crickets. They are generally found in humid forests and are primarily ground-dwelling insects.

Full guide

Read the full Panorpodidae guide for identification, examples, and taxonomy.

Etymology

From Greek 'panorpo-', meaning 'all parts', and '-idae', a suffix indicating family.

Example

Panorpodidae are ground-dwelling insects, often resembling crickets due to their short wings.

Related Terms

Scorpionflies
Mecoptera

Usage Notes

Panorpodidae are sometimes confused with other families of scorpionflies due to their similar appearance, but they can be distinguished by their unique wing structure and habitat preferences.