Stenopelmatidae

Pronunciation
/ste-no-pel-MAT-i-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Stenopelmatidae
Plural
Stenopelmatidae

Definition

A family of insects in the order Orthoptera, commonly known as 'Jerusalem crickets'.

Full guide

Read the full Stenopelmatidae guide for identification, examples, and taxonomy.

Etymology

Named after the Greek words 'steno-', meaning 'narrow', and 'pelma-', meaning 'sole of the foot'.

Example

Stenopelmatidae are known for their burrowing habits and large size.

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