An order of small insects (earwigs) having modified wing covers, or relating to insects with skin-like wing structures.
From Greek 'derma' (skin) + 'ptera' (wings), the scientific name for earwigs whose hardened forewings cover softer wings beneath.
Earwigs (Dermatoptera) got their unfair reputation as ear-invaders from ancient folklore, but they're actually harmless decomposers—and their unique wing structure inspired biomimetic engineering of folding solar panels!
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