Eucharitidae

Definition

A family of small, often brightly colored parasitic wasps that are primarily known for parasitizing ant larvae.

Etymology

The name Eucharitidae is derived from Greek, meaning 'pleasant or graceful', likely referring to their appearance.

Example

Eucharitidae are known to exhibit unique behaviors in infiltrating ant colonies to lay their eggs.

Related Terms

• Parasitoid
• Chalcidoidea
• Ants

Usage Notes

Eucharitidae can be challenging to study due to their cryptic lifecycle stages and dependence on ant hosts.