Aphidina
- Pronunciation
- /AFF-i-den-ah/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Aphid
- Plural
- Aphids
Definition
A subfamily of true bugs (Hemiptera) belonging to the superfamily Aphidoidea, commonly known as aphids.
Full guide
Read the full Aphidina guide for identification, examples, and taxonomy.
Etymology
From Greek 'aphides', meaning 'small aphids'.
Example
Aphidina are a major agricultural pest worldwide.