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Tingidae

Tingidae

9.9
A group of small bugs with lace-like wings that feed on plants
  • noun
  • /ˈtɪŋɪdeɪ/
  • Specialized
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  • The delicate, lace-like patterns on the wings of Tingidae make them easily recognizable among insect families.

Examples

  • Many species in the family Tingidae cause visible damage to ornamental plants.

  • Did you know that Tingidae are also called lace bugs?

  • Some Tingidae can become serious pests in greenhouse environments.

  • The delicate, reticulated wings of Tingidae are unique among plant bugs.

  • The Tingidae family is fascinating to entomologists.

  • Many gardeners take precautions to protect their plants from the damage caused by Tingidae.

  • Entomologists study Tingidae to understand their role in various ecosystems.

Synonyms

family Tingidae
vsTingidae
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small bugs with lacy patterns on their wings and body

is the same meaning but written as the shorter family form

Compounds

family Tingidae
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small bugs with lacy patterns on their wings and body

Surface Forms

Tingidae singular
Tingidaes plural

Etymology

The word Tingidae comes from the scientific name Tingis plus the ending -idae, which means 'family' for groups of animals. So Tingidae is the family name for small, plant-eating 'lace bugs' known for their delicate, lace-like wings.