Schizopteridae

Pronunciation
/ski-zop-ter-i-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Schizopteridae
Plural
Schizopteridae

Definition

A family of minute bugs belonging to the order Hemiptera, often found in leaf litter and decomposing wood.

Etymology

Greek origin; 'schizo-' meaning 'split' or 'divided', and '-ptera' referring to wings.

Example

Members of the Schizopteridae family are tiny and typically inhabit tropical forests.

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