Chrysopid (Noun)
Meaning
Pale green unpleasant-smelling lacewing fly having carnivorous larvae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The chrysopid has a distinctive, unpleasant odor that it emits when threatened or disturbed.
- Chrysopid larvae are known for their voracious appetites and can consume a significant number of aphids in a short period of time.
- This pale green chrysopid was a welcome sight for the gardener, as it indicated the presence of a natural pest control agent.
- In the early stages of development, chrysopid larvae often resemble tiny alligators with an insatiable appetite for soft-bodied insects.
- Chrysopid adults are often found near aphid colonies, where they lay their eggs to ensure a steady food supply for their carnivorous larvae.