Procampodeidae

Pronunciation
/proh-KAM-po-dee-ee-day/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Procampodeidae
Plural
Procampodeidae

Definition

A family of protura (order Protura) characterized by their elongate, slender bodies and often whitish or pale in color.

Etymology

From Greek 'pro-', meaning 'before', and 'kampē', meaning 'caterpillar' or 'something bent'.

Example

Procampodeidae are found in diverse habitats worldwide, from forests to grasslands.

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