Derbidae
- Pronunciation
- /der-BID-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Derbid
- Plural
- Derbidae
Definition
A family of planthoppers characterized by their long, narrow, fragile wings and often brightly colored bodies.
Etymology
From the Greek 'derbes', meaning 'well-skinned, sleek', later used for a type of slender insect.
Example
Derbidae are known for their distinctive wing patterns, which can be used for identification.