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Sciarid

Definition:

A sciarid refers to a tiny, gnat-like fly belonging to the family Sciaridae. It is commonly found in damp or decaying organic matter, particularly in houses, greenhouses, and indoor potted plants.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. A type of small fly belonging to the family Sciaridae.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

• Due to the presence of sciarids, the indoor plants in my house have been infested.
• The sciarid larvae are causing damage to the roots of my potted plants.

Local Usage:

• Ahmed decided to get rid of the sciarid by setting up traps in his garden.
• The sciarid population in our greenhouse has grown exponentially, making it difficult to cultivate healthy plants.

Sample Sentences:

1. I noticed a sciarid hovering around my houseplant.
2. The sciarid larvae are responsible for the sudden wilting of my flowers.
3. It is important to control the sciarid population to prevent further damage to the vegetation.

Possible Related Products:

• Sciarid Traps
• Sciarid Insecticide
• Sciarid Larvae Killer