Vespid
- Pronunciation
- /VES-pid/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Vespid
- Plural
- Vespids
Definition
Any member of the Vespidae family, a large and diverse group of wasps that includes both social and solitary species.
Etymology
From the Latin 'Vespa', meaning 'wasp'.
Example
Yellowjackets and hornets are both well-known vespids that can be found in various regions around the world.
Synonyms
Related Terms
- Hymenoptera
- Yellowjacket
- Hornet
- Paper wasp
Usage Notes
Vespids can exhibit complex social behavior, especially in species like yellowjackets and hornets, which form colonies.