Chaetosema

/ˌkiːtəˈsiːmə/ noun

Definition

A genus of parasitic wasps (insects) characterized by bristle-like sensory structures on their antennae and body.

Etymology

From Greek 'chaete' (bristle) and 'sema' (sign, mark), referring to the distinctive bristle or hair-like characteristics that mark these wasps.

Kelly Says

Chaetosema wasps are tiny parasites so specialized that each species targets a specific insect host—they're like biological assassins programmed to hunt down one particular enemy and nothing else.

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