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diplopoda

/dɪˈplɒp.ə.də/

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noun

/dɪˈplɒp.ə.də/C2formalscientific
  • ruТаксономический класс членистоногих, характеризующийся телом, состоящим из многочисленных двойных сегментов, каждый из которых несёт две пары ног; широко известны как многоножки.

A taxonomic class of arthropods characterized by a body composed of numerous double segments, each bearing two pairs of legs; commonly known as millipedes.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. C1formalscientific

    An arthropod class characterized by a long, segmented body with two pairs of legs per segment, commonly known as millipedes.

    ruДвупарноногие

    • Diplopoda are detritivores, feeding on decaying plant matter.
    • The fossil record of Diplopoda dates back over 400 million years.
    • Some species of Diplopoda secrete defensive chemicals when threatened.
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