Paronellidae

Pronunciation
/par-on-EL-lid-ay/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Paronellidae
Plural
Paronellidae

Definition

A family of springtails (Collembola) known for their elongated bodies and various morphological adaptations.

Etymology

Named after the type genus, *Paronella*, which was first described in 1892.

Example

The Paronellidae family includes several species of springtails found in various habitats around the world.

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