Trigonopterygoidea

Pronunciation
/tri-gan-OP-ter-i-gee-eye-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Trigonopterygoid
Plural
Trigonopterygoidea

Definition

A superfamily of stick insects, known for their distinctive triangular wings.

Etymology

From Greek 'trigonos' meaning 'three', and 'pterygoidea' meaning 'wing'.

Example

Trigonopterygoidea are known for their complex wing venation patterns, which often feature three distinct veins.

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