Phymatidae
- Pronunciation
- /fi-MAT-id-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Phymatidae
- Plural
- Phymatidae
Definition
A family of insects belonging to the order Hemiptera, commonly known as ambush bugs.
Etymology
From Greek 'phyma', meaning 'swelling', and '-idae', a suffix denoting a family.
Example
Phymatidae are known for their predatory behavior and camouflage abilities.