Diapriidae

Pronunciation
/di-APR-id-ee-eye/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Diapriid
Plural
Diapriidae

Definition

A family of parasitic wasps, characterized by a shelf-like protuberance on their face.

Etymology

The name is derived from the Greek words 'dia' meaning 'through' and 'pri' meaning 'sawed'.

Example

Diapriidae species are parasitoids of Diptera larvae.

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