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πŸ¦— Palaeodictyoptera: The Giant Net-Winged Insects πŸ•ΈοΈπŸ¦Ÿ

Palaeodictyoptera were huge insects that lived during the Carboniferous period, over 300 million years ago.Known for their large, net-like wings with intricate vein patterns. Highlights: This family vanished by the end of the Permian, likely due to massive environmental changes.


Palaeodictyoptera were huge insects that lived during the Carboniferous period, over 300 million years ago.
Known for their large, net-like wings with intricate vein patterns.

Highlights:

  • Wingspans up to 55 cm, among the largest insects ever
  • Long mouthparts used for sucking plant fluids
  • Lived in lush swampy forests, coexisting with giant plants

This family vanished by the end of the Permian, likely due to massive environmental changes.


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