Mecoptera, known as scorpion flies, are famous for their tail that looks like a scorpion’s sting (but they don’t sting!). While some species exist today, many ancient families of Mecoptera are extinct.
Why they matter:
- They lived during the Jurassic period, over 150 million years ago
- Fossil records show diverse and strange forms
- Help scientists trace the evolution of flies and butterflies
Extinct Mecoptera families give us clues about insect evolution and ancient ecosystems!
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