Family Sciaridae (Noun)
Meaning
Fungus gnats.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Several species of fungus gnats within the family Sciaridae infest and damage household plants and cut flowers.
- Fungus gnats belonging to the family Sciaridae are common pests found during mild winter and humid summer months.
- The family Sciaridae of fungus gnats feed on fungi and organic matter, as well as on plant roots, contributing to root decay.
- In gardens, fungi within the phylum Basidiomycota or Ascomycota may attract fungus gnats of the family Sciaridae.
- Since the larvae of certain species within family Sciaridae feed on a wide variety of algae and other aquatic invertebrates, wet soil supports fungus gnat development.