Timematidae
- Pronunciation
- /TIM-eh-MAT-i-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Timematidae
- Plural
- Timematidae
Definition
A family of stick insects characterized by having three tarsal articles, unlike other Phasmida which have five.
Full guide
Read the full Timematidae guide for identification, examples, and taxonomy.
Etymology
Named after the genus *Timema*, the first described species in this group.
Example
The Timematidae family is closely related to the Phasmatidae family, but they are easily distinguished by their three-segmented tarsus.