Alydidae
Alydidae, commonly known as broad-headed bugs or broad-nosed bugs, comprise a family of true bugs belonging to the order Hemiptera and the suborder Heteroptera. This family is characterized by its distinctive flattened, broadened heads, which give the bugs their common names. Alydids are a cosmopolitan group, found in various habitats worldwide, particularly in temperate and tropical regions.
These insects are phytophagous, meaning they feed on plants. Their diet typically consists of the seeds, pods,
The life cycle of Alydidae involves incomplete metamorphosis, progressing through egg, nymphal, and adult stages. Nymphs
Adult alydids are generally medium-sized, with elongated bodies. Their coloration varies but often includes shades of