soft scale

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soft scale

A soft scale insect feeds on the sap of a green leaf.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A type of scale insect: A "soft scale" is a specific family of scale insects (Coccidae) that are active as crawlers in all life stages. Unlike armored scales, they do not produce a hard, separable protective cover. Adult females are often soft-bodied and immobile, secreting a waxy layer.
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  • Noun:
Advanced Usage
  • In entomology, the term is used to distinguish insects in the superfamily Coccoidea. The phrase "soft scale insects" is common in scientific and agricultural texts.
Variants and Related Words
  • Coccid (n): Another term for a scale insect, especially one from the family Coccidae (soft scales).
  • Honeydew (n): The sugary liquid excreted by soft scales and other sap-feeding insects.
Synonyms
  • Scale insect (general term)
  • Coccid (scientific synonym)
Related Phrases
  • Soft scale infestation: A situation where plants are heavily affected by these insects.
soft scale

A soft scale insect feeds on the sap of a green leaf.

Noun
  1. an insect active in all stages

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