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family lygaeidae

 

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Noun family lygaeidae has 1 sense
  1. Lygaeidae, family Lygaeidae - lygaeid bugs
    --1 is a kind of arthropod family
    --1 is a member of Hemiptera, order Hemiptera
    --1 has members: lygaeid, lygaeid bug; Blissus, genus Blissus

Definitions from the Web

Family Lygaeidae

Description:

The Family Lygaeidae, often referred to as seed bugs, is a diverse group of insects belonging to the order Hemiptera. This family includes numerous species that are widely distributed across the globe. Lygaeidae commonly inhabit various habitats such as gardens, fields, and woodlands.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

In zoology, the term Lygaeidae refers to the family of true bugs that have a characteristic triangular scutellum and feed on seeds.

Example Sentence: The Lygaeidae are known for damaging crops by feeding on seeds and other plant parts.

Sense 2:

In popular terminology, Lygaeidae or seed bugs are small insects that often make their way into homes and gardens.

Example Sentence: Jane was surprised to find a Lygaeidae on her windowsill, as she had never encountered one before.

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