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Cynipid Wasp

Description:

A cynipid wasp is a type of parasitic wasp belonging to the family Cynipidae. These small insects are known for their fascinating life cycle and interactions with various plants.

Senses and Usages:

Noun - Zoology:

1. Any of various wasps of the family Cynipidae, typically small and gall-forming, known for their ability to induce the growth of abnormal structures on plants.

2. A specific species of cynipid wasp, commonly found in oak trees, that causes the formation of oak galls.

Sample Sentences:

1. The cynipid wasp lays its eggs inside oak leaves, creating distinctive galls.
2. These galls serve as protective chambers where the cynipid wasp larvae develop.
3. Cynipid wasps have a fascinating symbiotic relationship with certain plants.

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