
Henicidae
Scientific name: Anostostomatidae
Henicidae
Scientific name: Anostostomatidae

Description

Anostostomatidae, the weta are ancient insects bearing a warrior-like profile. Often incite astonishment due to their size and prehistoric appearance. Common myths suggest wetas are hazardous; however, they are non-venomous and do not pose a danger to humans. On the contrary, they play a crucial ecological role, involving pollination and soil aeration. Fascinatingly, their presence dates back to the age of dinosaurs, making them living fossils that have survived continental shifts and climate transformations.

Species of Henicidae


Scientific Classification
