aphelinus

/æfɪˈlaɪnəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of parasitic wasps in the family Braconidae, known for their role in biological control of aphid populations.

“The introduction of aphelinus wasps has been a successful strategy in controlling aphid infestations in agricultural fields.”

Synonyms

  • aphid wasp
  • parasitic wasp

Antonyms

  • aphid
  • pest