Order Phasmida (Noun)
Meaning
In some classifications considered a suborder of Orthoptera: stick insects; leaf insects.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The order Phasmatodea, also known as Phasmida, consists of insects commonly referred to as stick insects or walking sticks.
- Phasmida is often considered a suborder of Orthoptera, but some entomologists classify it as a distinct order.
- The order Phasmida comprises over 3,000 species of stick and leaf insects found worldwide.
- In some classifications, Phasmida is considered a suborder of Orthoptera, but its distinct characteristics set it apart as a separate order.
- The insects in the order Phasmida exhibit unique features that allow them to blend seamlessly into their surroundings.