Rotoitidae
- Pronunciation
- /ROH-toe-i-TAY-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Rotoitid
- Plural
- Rotoitidae
Definition
A family of Chalcidoidea, a superfamily of parasitic wasps. These insects are characterized by their small size and their parasitism of the eggs and larvae of other insects.
Etymology
Named after the genus *Rotoita*, the type genus of the family.
Example
Rotoitids are often found in association with their host insects in various habitats.
Related Terms
- Chalcidoidea
- parasitic wasps
- insect parasitoids