👉 Cyttidae are a family of insects in the order Diptera, commonly known as ladybugs and lacewings. These insects are characterized by their long, slender bodies that resemble those of ladybugs (Hymenoptera), with a head and thorax resembling that of ants. The family includes approximately 120 species found worldwide, many of which have evolved to be highly specialized in various ecological roles such as pollination, seed dispersal, and pest control.