Permocupedidae

Pronunciation
/per-moh-KOO-ped-ee-day/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Permocupedid
Plural
Permocupedidae

Definition

A family of extinct beetles belonging to the order Coleoptera, known from the Permian period.

Etymology

The name is derived from the genus Permocupes, with 'Permo-' referring to the Permian period.

Example

Fossil evidence suggests Permocupedidae had intricate wing venation.

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