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.