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family Ixodidae

family Ixodidae

9.8
A group of hard-bodied ticks that feed on the blood of animals or people
  • noun
  • /ˈfæmɪli aɪˈkoʊdəˌdeɪ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : familia Ixodidae
  • Scientists studied several species from the family Ixodidae to understand tick-borne diseases.

Examples

  • Veterinarians must be aware of the family Ixodidae when treating pets for tick infestations.

  • The family Ixodidae is responsible for transmitting Lyme disease to humans.

  • The family Ixodidae includes many species of ticks.

  • Many animals are affected by the family Ixodidae of ticks.

  • The family Ixodidae consists of ticks that can transmit diseases to both animals and humans.

  • Researchers are focusing on the family Ixodidae to develop better prevention methods for tick bites.

  • An understanding of the family Ixodidae is crucial for controlling tick populations in wildlife.

Synonyms

Ixodidae
vsfamily Ixodidae
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of hard ticks that can spread disease to animals and people

refers to the same taxonomic group but highlights that they are parasites on animals and humans
ixodid
vsfamily Ixodidae
  • Specialized
9.9

A tick with a hard shield on its back and a mouth that sticks out from its head

is the broader group containing many such parasite species rather than a single individual
hard tick
vsfamily Ixodidae
  • Specialized
7.7

A tick with a hard shield on its back and mouth parts that stick out from its head

is the higher-level group that includes many such parasites found on hosts

Surface Forms

family Ixodidae singular
families Ixodidae plural

Morphology

family + Ixodidae

This is a straightforward compositional taxonomic phrase: 'family' (a scientific grouping) combined with the taxon name 'Ixodidae' yields 'the family named Ixodidae' or 'a family of hard-bodied ticks.' If a learner knows both constituents, the overall meaning is directly derivable and follows common cross-linguistic taxonomic naming patterns.

Etymology

Family Ixodidae comes from the genus name Ixodes, a Greek word for 'tick', plus the ending -idae, which marks a 'family' or group of animals. So the name paints the picture of a group of hard, biting ticks and is used today for that whole group of species.