Hymenoptera (Noun)
Meaning
An order of insects including: bees; wasps; ants; ichneumons; sawflies; gall wasps; etc..
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The study of hymenoptera has revealed a diverse range of social structures and communication methods among the different species.
- Many species of hymenoptera are important pollinators of plants and crops, and their decline has raised concerns about the impact on ecosystems.
- Hymenoptera are known for their narrow waists and two pairs of wings, with the hindwings typically smaller than the forewings.
- Some species of hymenoptera, such as ants and bees, are eusocial and live in complex colonies with division of labor and communication.
- Entomologists have long been fascinated by the evolutionary adaptations of hymenoptera, which have led to their success in a wide range of environments.