👉 Platylepadids are a family of insects in the order Coleoptera, known for their unique and distinctive appearance. These insects have a segmented body with several segments that extend from the head to the abdomen, forming a characteristic "platypus" shape. The legs are long and slender, and the wings are often arranged in a pattern resembling a platy, making them appear as if they had a plump pad or pouch for holding their eggs.