Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- In some systems, an order of neuropterous insects corresponding to the Panorpidæ or scorpion-flies, proposed for uniformity of nomenclature instead of Brauer's term Panorpatœ. Also, incorrectly, Mecaptera.
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- proper noun A taxonomic
order within theclass Insecta —scorptionflies .
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- noun an order of carnivorous insects usually having long membranous wings and long beaklike heads with chewing mouths at the tip
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Examples
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Panorpatae: = Mecoptera; q.v. Pantherine: in color, almost like cervinus; q.v.: in maculation, like those of a panther.
Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology John. B. Smith
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Mecaptera: = Mecoptera, q.v. Meconium: the substance excreted by certain metabolic insects soon after their emergence from the chrysalis or pupa.
Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology John. B. Smith
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Mecoptera: long-winged: neuropterous insects with similar, large, unfolded wings; mouth mandibulate, prolonged into a beak: head free; thorax agglutinated; transformations complete: the scorpion flies or Panorpidae.
Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology John. B. Smith
fbharjo commented on the word Mecoptera
see the tips in visuals
April 1, 2012