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Jyutpingzung1 mai5 gung1
Yalejūng máih gūng
Definition
Ensign wasp; any parasitic wasp of the family Evaniidae.
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How it's used
This term refers specifically to the family Evaniidae, which are easily identified by their small, abdomen that looks like a tiny flag or ensign attached to the thorax. While they are harmless to humans, their unusual appearance often draws attention when they appear indoors. The name is a colloquial descriptor based on their distinct shape rather than a formal scientific classification.
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