Permopsocida
- Pronunciation
- /PER-mop-SOH-sid-ah/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Permopsocid
- Plural
- Permopsocida
Definition
An order of insects belonging to the class Insecta, characterized by their wing venation and unique mouthparts.
Etymology
Derived from 'Permian', the geological period, and 'Psocida', a group related to booklice.
Example
Permopsocida are considered primitive insects with an ancient lineage.