syrphid
/səɹfɪd/
syrphid adjective: of or pertaining to flies of the family Syrphidae.
Adjective
syrphid (comparative more syrphid, superlative most syrphid)
Noun
syrphid (plural syrphids)
- Any species of the hoverfly family Syrphidae.
- Because they are strong fliers and able to hover and inspect foliage for aphids, syrphids may be especially good at locating aphid colonies.2008, Robert L. Bugg, Ramy G. Colfer, William E. Chaney, Hugh A. Smith, James Cannon, Flower Flies (Syrphidae) and Other Biological Control Agents for Aphids in Vegetable Crops, University of...
- A single syrphid larva can consume hundreds of aphids during its development. Syrphid larvae also feed on other soft-bodied insects, such as mealybugs, psyllids, and whiteflies. Adult syrphids, also called flower flies or hover flies, are not predaceous.2012, Steve H. Dreistadt, Integrated Pest Management for Citrus, Third Edition, page 94
- Synonyms:
- syrphian
Synonyms of syrphid
Forms of syrphid
| Adjective | |
|---|---|
| comparative | more syrphid |
| superlative | most syrphid |
| Noun | |
| plural | syrphids |
Origin of syrphid
From translingual Syrphidae.
Questions about syrphid
- What does syrphid mean?
- Syrphid means of or pertaining to flies of the family Syrphidae.
- What part of speech is syrphid?
- Syrphid can be an adjective or a noun.
- How do you pronounce syrphid?
- Syrphid is pronounced /səɹfɪd/.
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