Family Ichneumonidae is a large and diverse group of parasitic wasps found in virtually every type of habitat throughout the world. The family includes over 24,000 recognized species, making it one of the largest families of insects. While there are no direct synonyms for the word "Family Ichneumonidae," there are other related terms that may help to describe this group of wasps. For example, the term "Ichneumonid wasps" is often used as a shorthand for this family, as is the term "ichneumons." Other related terms might include parasitic wasps, insect parasites, or simply insects in the Hymenoptera order.