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.

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