Ichneumonoidea
- Pronunciation
- /ik-NEW-moh-NOY-dee-ah/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Ichneumonoid
- Plural
- Ichneumonoids
Definition
A superfamily of parasitic wasps characterized by a distinctive ovipositor and often brightly colored wings.
Etymology
Derived from Greek word 'ichneumon', meaning tracker or hunter, referring to their hunting behavior.
Example
The Ichneumonoidea are important predators of other insect species.