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cimicidae

/sɪˈmɪs.ɪ.diː/

Traduction: Famille taxonomique d'insectes hétéroptères, sans ailes et au corps aplati, qui se nourrissent de sang ; ils sont communément appelés punaises des lits.

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/sɪˈmɪs.ɪ.diː/C2formal
  • frFamille taxonomique d'insectes hétéroptères, sans ailes et au corps aplati, qui se nourrissent de sang ; ils sont communément appelés punaises des lits.

A taxonomic family of wingless, flat-bodied bloodsucking insects, commonly known as bed bugs.

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  1. Wingless flat-bodied bloodsucking insectsC2formalscientific

    A family of small, wingless, flat-bodied insects that feed exclusively on the blood of warm-blooded animals, including humans.

    frCimicidés

    • The Cimicidae family includes the common bed bug.
    • Cimicidae are known for their nocturnal feeding habits.
    • Infestations of Cimicidae can be difficult to eradicate.