chalcidfly
/ˈkælsɪd flaɪ/
noun
- A very small insect that lays its eggs inside the eggs or larvae of other insects, often used in farming to control pests naturally.
- Scientists study the chalcidfly to find new ways to protect crops without chemicals.
- The chalcidfly is so small that it can easily go unnoticed in a garden.
- A single chalcidfly can lay dozens of eggs inside a pest caterpillar.