Triadocupedinae

Pronunciation
/tri-ad-o-koo-PED-eye-nee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Triadocupedinus
Plural
Triadocupedinae

Definition

An extinct subfamily of beetles within the family Cupedidae, characterized by their distinctive wing venation and often found in Mesozoic deposits.

Etymology

From Greek 'tri-' meaning 'three', and 'cuped', referring to an ancient type of beetle.

Example

Fossils of Triadocupedinae beetles have been discovered in various Mesozoic strata, providing insights into ancient beetle evolution.

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