Giant coccids

Pronunciation
/GI-ant KOH-sidz/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Giant Coccid
Plural
Giant Coccids

Definition

A common name for members of the family Margarodidae, a group of scale insects that are characterized by their large size and often found on plants.

Etymology

From Latin 'margarita', meaning 'pearl' or 'marble', referring to the waxy secretions of these insects.

Example

Giant coccids are known for their large size and often found on plants like palms.

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