Lacewing Fly (Noun)
Meaning
Any of two families of insects with gauzy wings (Chrysopidae and Hemerobiidae); larvae feed on insect pests such as aphids.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Adult lacewing flies are often found near aphid colonies, feeding on the honeydew secreted by the aphids.
- Lacewing flies are natural predators of garden pests and are often introduced as a form of biological control in greenhouses.
- The larvae of the lacewing fly are voracious eaters of aphids, making them a valuable asset in integrated pest management.
- In the garden, lacewing flies can be attracted by planting flowers that provide nectar for the adult flies to feed on.
- Some species of lacewing flies can be used as a biological control agent to manage aphid populations in agricultural fields.