Triassomachiloidea
- Pronunciation
- /tri-as-soh-ma-hee-lo-eye-dee-ah/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Triassomachiloidea
- Plural
- Triassomachiloidea
Definition
An extinct order of insects belonging to the subclass Apterygota. They are known from the Triassic period and are part of the Archaeognatha (bristletails).
Etymology
From Greek 'triasso' referring to the Triassic period and 'machilo' referring to closely related taxa Machiloidea.
Example
Triassomachiloidea are studied primarily through fossilized remains that date back to the Triassic period.
Related Terms
- Archaeognatha
- Insects
- Fossil