Lycopsyllidae

Pronunciation
/li-ko-si-LID-ee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Lycopsyllid
Plural
Lycopsyllidae

Definition

A family of small, slender, plant-feeding psyllids (jumping plant lice) with a distinctive, often elongated, body.

Etymology

From Greek 'lykos', meaning 'wolf' or 'wild animal', and 'psylla', meaning 'louse'.

Example

Lycopsyllidae are commonly found on various plants, including grasses, and can cause damage through feeding.

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