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.