planipennia (Meaning)

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planipennia (n. pl.)

A suborder of Neuroptera, including those that have broad, flat wings, as the ant-lion, lacewing, etc. Called also Planipennes.

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

Planipennia, an order of insects, encompasses lacewings, antlions, and dobsonflies.
The wings of planipennia are held flat over the body, giving them their distinctive "flat wing" appearance.
Planipennia larvae are voracious predators, feeding on other insects.
Some planipennia species, such as the green lacewing, are used as biological control agents against pests.
The metamorphosis of planipennia involves a complete transformation from egg to adult.
Planipennia are found worldwide in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands.
The adult lifespan of planipennia varies depending on the species, with some living only a few weeks and others surviving for several months.
Planipennia are important pollinators, contributing to the reproduction of various flowering plants.
The lacewing, a common planipennia species, is known for its delicate, lace-like wings.
The larvae of some planipennia species, such as the dobsonfly larvae, are aquatic and can swim underwater.

A suborder of Neuroptera, including those that have broad, flat wings, as the ant-lion, lacewing, etc. Called also Planipennes.

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

Planipennia, an order of insects, encompasses lacewings, antlions, and dobsonflies.

The wings of planipennia are held flat over the body, giving them their distinctive "flat wing" appearance.

Planipennia larvae are voracious predators, feeding on other insects.

Some planipennia species, such as the green lacewing, are used as biological control agents against pests.