psocid
9.9
A small winged insect that lives on tree bark and eats fungus and dead plant parts
- noun
- /ˈsoʊsɪd/
- Specialized
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psocido
- In summer, groups of psocids gather on tree bark feeding on fungi and decaying matter.
Examples
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Many psocids feed on fungi and decaying leaves.
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Tiny psocids can sometimes appear in homes where humidity is high.
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The scientist collected several psocids from the tree branches for examination.
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A psocid can often be found on tree bark.
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In summer, groups of psocids gather on tree bark feeding on fungi and decaying matter.
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The scientist collected several psocids from the tree branches for examination.
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Tiny psocids can sometimes appear in homes where humidity is high.
Synonyms
9.9
A small soft insect with parts for chewing that often has no wings or two pairs of wings
is a small winged insect that lives on bark and eats fungi
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word psocid comes from a Greek root psoc- meaning 'to nibble' or 'to gnaw'. So, the name fits these tiny winged insects that nibble on fungi and decaying plant matter on bark and leaves.
