tenthredinidae
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Definition
- Noun:
- A family of insects: "Tenthredinidae" is the scientific name for a large family of insects within the order Hymenoptera, commonly known as sawflies. They are not true flies but are related to wasps, bees, and ants. The name refers to the saw-like ovipositor (egg-laying organ) of the females.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The larvae of Tenthredinidae often resemble caterpillars and can be pests on plants.
- Entomologists study the diverse species within the family Tenthredinidae.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: The term is used in formal scientific classification.
- The specimen was keyed out to the family Tenthredinidae.
Variants and Related Words
- Sawfly (n): The common name for members of the family Tenthredinidae.
- The rose sawfly is a common garden pest.
Synonyms
- Sawflies: The common English name for insects of this family.
Noun
- sawflies