Chrysopid

/ˈkrɪsoʊpɪd/ noun

Definition

Any member of the lacewing family of insects, characterized by delicate transparent wings and often having golden-colored eyes.

Etymology

From 'Chrysopidae' (the lacewing family) with the suffix '-id', which is commonly used to form nouns referring to members of a biological family.

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Lacewing eyes aren't just beautiful—they're incredibly sophisticated, capable of seeing ultraviolet light and detecting the movement of tiny insects from several feet away!

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