Acroceridae

Pronunciation
/ak-ro-SER-i-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Acroceridae
Plural
Acroceridae

Definition

A family of flies (order Diptera) commonly known as small-headed flies.

Full guide

Read the full Acroceridae guide for identification, examples, and taxonomy.

Etymology

From Greek 'akros', meaning 'high, topmost', and 'keras', meaning 'horn', referring to the small size of the head compared to the body.

Example

Acroceridae are often found in association with wood or trees, including the tunnels of termites and wood boring beetles.

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