Family Diaspididae (Noun)
Meaning
Armored scales.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The family Diaspididae, commonly known as armored scales, consists of over 2650 species of scales that feed on plants.
- Diaspididae, the armored scales, are typically found on woody plants, such as trees and shrubs, where they secrete a protective covering over their bodies.
- Some species of family Diaspididae, such as the San Jose scale, are significant pests of agricultural crops and can cause significant economic losses.
- Armored scales, family Diaspididae, are characterized by their waxy, armored covering that protects them from predators and environmental stressors.
- Biological control methods, such as introducing natural predators, have been used to manage populations of family Diaspididae, armored scales, in agricultural settings.