protura (Meaning)

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protura (n)

minute wingless arthropods: telsontails

Synonyms & Antonyms of protura

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protura Sentence Examples

  1. Protura are tiny, wingless arthropods found in soil and leaf litter.
  2. The protura are often overlooked due to their small size and cryptic habits.
  3. Members of the protura class have distinct mouthparts adapted for chewing.
  4. Protura are unique among hexapods for their lack of antennae.
  5. The life cycle of protura includes egg, nymph, and adult stages.
  6. Protura primarily feed on organic matter and microorganisms in the soil.
  7. The study of protura, known as proturology, reveals insights into soil ecosystems.
  8. Protura are sometimes considered pests in agricultural settings due to their feeding habits.
  9. Taxonomists use morphological characteristics to classify different species of protura.
  10. Despite their small size, protura play important roles in soil nutrient cycling.

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minute wingless arthropods: telsontails

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

Protura are tiny, wingless arthropods found in soil and leaf litter.

The protura are often overlooked due to their small size and cryptic habits.

Members of the protura class have distinct mouthparts adapted for chewing.

Protura are unique among hexapods for their lack of antennae.