diaspididae

• Nombre científico de una familia de insectos conocidos como cochinillas o escamas, que son pequeñas plagas que se alimentan de la savia de las plantas y forman una cubierta protectora cerosa.

A scientific noun referring to a family of insects commonly known as armored scales, which are small, plant-sucking pests that produce a protective waxy covering.

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   A family of insects known as armored scale insects, which are small, plant-parasitic pests that secrete a protective waxy covering.

   Cochinillas de caparazón duro

   • Diaspididae includes many species that damage fruit trees.
   • The armored scales of Diaspididae are difficult to remove from plants.
   • Entomologists study Diaspididae to develop better pest control methods.