Ectopsocidae

Pronunciation
/ek-toh-SOCK-ih-DEH/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Ectopsocid
Plural
Ectopsocidae

Definition

A family of insects belonging to the order Psocoptera, commonly known as ectopsocids.

Etymology

From Greek 'ektos', meaning 'outside', and 'psokos', meaning 'gnat'.

Example

Ectopsocid species are often found in dark, humid environments.

Related Terms

  • Psocoptera
  • Wingless insects