Allacrotelsa

Silvestri, 1935

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Allacrotelsa is a of primitive wingless insects in the Lepismatidae, order Zygentoma. These insects are commonly known as silverfish or bristletails. The genus was established by Silvestri in 1935. in this genus share characteristics with other Lepismatidae, including elongated bodies and three tail-like appendages at the tip.

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How to pronounce Allacrotelsa: /ˌæ.lə.kroʊˈtɛl.sə/

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Taxonomic Note

The is placed in Lepismatidae, one of the two of Zygentoma that contain the familiar silverfish. The authorship is attributed to Filippo Silvestri in 1935.

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