Family Chalcididae (Noun)
Meaning
An arthropod family including: chalcidflies.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The wasp family Chalcididae is a common group of parasitic wasps that are often found in gardens and homes.
- Chalcididae family of wasps are known to prey on the eggs and larvae of other insects, serving as a natural biocontrol.
- Some species of the Chalcididae family have been used as biological control agents to manage pest insect populations.
- The Chalcididae family is characterized by their distinctive body shape and wing pattern, which distinguishes them from other families of wasps.
- Researchers have discovered several new species within the Chalcididae family through extensive study of their morphology and molecular biology.