What is another word for mecopteran?
Pronunciation: [mˈɛkəptəɹən] (IPA) 
Mecopteran is a term that refers to insects belonging to the order Mecoptera. Some of the synonyms used to describe these insects include scorpionflies, hangingflies, and Panorpida. The name scorpionflies is derived from the male's genitalia, which resemble the stinger of a scorpion. Hangingflies is a reference to their habit of hanging from vegetation to capture prey. Panorpida is a broader taxonomic term that includes scorpionflies and their close relatives. Other terms that are sometimes used as synonyms for mecopteran include snow fleas and pellucidflies. Mecoptera are not as well-known as some other insect groups, but they play an important role in many ecosystems.
