Thysanura (Noun)
Meaning
Firebrats; silverfish; machilids.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The order thysanura consists of primitive insects like firebrats and silverfish that have been on the Earth for millions of years.
- Thysanura, including firebrats, silverfish, and machilids, have long slender bodies with three or more pairs of walking appendages.
- Some researchers categorize silverfish and firebrats as distinct members within the class thysanura, while others consider them part of a broader group.
- Silverfish and firebrats belong to the order thysanura, which are tiny, fast-moving creatures often seen near damp environments.
- Machilids, an ancient line of insects within the order thysanura, have developed a unique mechanism of defense involving their tail appendages.