Definitions for: Chalcid Fly

[n] any of various tiny insects whose larvae are parasites on eggs and larvae of other insects; many are beneficial in destroying injurious insects

Webster (1913) Definition: Chal"cid fly` [From Gr. chalko`s copper; in
allusion to its metallic colors.] (Zo["o]l.)
One of a numerous family of hymenopterous insects
(Chalcidid[ae]. Many are gallflies, others are parasitic on
insects.

Synonyms: chalcid, chalcid wasp, chalcidfly

See Also: Chalcidae, Chalcididae, chalcis fly, family Chalcidae, family Chalcididae, hymenopter, hymenopteran, hymenopteron, hymenopterous insect

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