Superfamily Coccoidea (Noun)
Meaning
Scale insects and mealybugs.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The superfamily Coccoidea contains over 5000 species of scale insects and mealybugs, which are known for their unique armored shells.
- Scale insects, members of the superfamily Coccoidea, are notorious pests of agricultural crops and ornamental plants.
- The mealybug is a type of scale insect that belongs to the superfamily Coccoidea, characterized by its white, powdery coating.
- Species within the superfamily Coccoidea can be divided into two distinct groups: armored scale insects and soft-bodied scale insects.
- The evolutionary history of the superfamily Coccoidea is complex and still not well understood, with several different lineages emerging at different times.