Anthomyzid flies

Pronunciation
/an-THOM-i-zid flies/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Anthomyzid fly
Plural
Anthomyzid flies

Definition

A family of small flies (Diptera) often associated with decaying plant material.

Etymology

From Greek 'anthos' meaning 'flower', and 'myza' meaning 'to suck', referring to their feeding habits.

Example

Anthomyzid flies are often found in compost heaps and on decaying fruit.

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