Tanoceridae

Pronunciation
/tan-o-ser-i-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Tanoceridae
Plural
Tanoceridae

Definition

A family of neuropteran insects characterized by their long, slender antennae and often brightly colored wings.

Etymology

No etymology found; likely a typo or incorrect term. No such family as Tanoceridae. Possibly confused with families like Chrysopidae (green lacewings) or Hemerobiidae (brown lacewings), which do exist in Neuroptera.

Example

The Tanoceridae are a family of neuropteran insects often found in tropical forests.

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