noun
- insects belonging to the order Hemiptera, characterized by piercing-sucking mouthparts and including true bugs, aphids, and cicadas
Usage: scientific; plural form
Examples
- Hemipterans are among the most diverse groups of insects.
- Many hemipterans are agricultural pests that damage crops.
- Aphids and bed bugs are common examples of hemipterans.
- The scientist studied hemipterans to understand their feeding behavior.
- Some hemipterans are beneficial predators that control other insect pests.
- Hemipterans undergo incomplete metamorphosis during development.