Termitaphididae
- Pronunciation
- /ter-mi-ta-fi-di-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Termitaphid
- Plural
- Termitaphids
Definition
A family of insects belonging to the order Hemiptera. They are commonly found in termite nests and feed on the fluids of termites.
Etymology
The name derives from the Latin 'termes' meaning 'termite' and Greek 'aphis' meaning 'aphid'.
Example
Termitaphididae are often found in termite nests where they interact with termites.