👉 Myrmicinae is a family of insects in the order Hemiptera, which includes the most commonly encountered insect species. This group comprises about 10,000 to 35,000 species that are found throughout the world and are crucial for pollination, decomposition, and pest control. The term "myrmicidae" is derived from the Greek words "myrmia," meaning "small," and "dicere," which means "to make."