Phenacoleachiidae
- Pronunciation
- /fen-ah-ko-LEH-chee-id-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Phenacoleachiidae
- Plural
- Phenacoleachiidae
Definition
A family of scale insects belonging to the order Hemiptera.
Etymology
Named after the Greek words 'phena', meaning 'watery foam', and 'lachno', meaning 'to attract'.
Example
Phenacoleachiidae are known for their unique feeding habits on conifer needles.