Mecopteran (Noun)

Meaning

Any of various carnivorous insects of the order Mecoptera.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

• The mecopteran was identified as a member of the family Panorpidae, commonly known as scorpionflies.
• Mecopterans are often mistaken for flies due to their similar body shape and size.
• The fossil record indicates that mecopterans have remained largely unchanged for millions of years.
• Entomologists have long been fascinated by the unique characteristics of mecopterans, particularly their elongated beaks.
• In some parts of the world, mecopterans are considered a delicacy and are consumed as a source of protein.