andricus

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Noun andricus has 1 sense

Andricus, genus Andricus - cynipid gall wasps, chiefly affecting oaks
--₁ is a kind of arthropod genus
--₁ is a member of Cynipidae, family Cynipidae

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Andricus

Definition:

Andricus refers to a genus of gall wasps from the family Cynipidae. These small, parasitic insects lay their eggs in plants resulting in the formation of galls, abnormal growths on the plant tissue.

Sample Sentences:

1. The andricus wasp injected its eggs into the oak tree, causing the formation of small round galls.
2. Galls formed by andricus species protect and provide nutrition to the developing wasp larvae.
3. Scientists study various species of andricus to understand their life cycle and their impact on different plant species.

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