Tube-tailed thrips
Scientific name: Phlaeothripidae
Tube-tailed thrips
Scientific name: Phlaeothripidae
Photo By Jennifer Rycenga , used under CC-BY-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
Description
The Phlaeothripidae, are frequently misunderstood due to their minute size and elusive nature. Contrary to common belief, these tiny insects play a crucial role in the ecosystem, particularly in pollination processes. Many assume these creatures are merely pests, but their interaction with plants is complex, contributing to both pollination and occasionally plant disease.
Species of Tube-tailed thrips
Photo By Jennifer Rycenga , used under CC-BY-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original