Bibionidae

Pronunciation
/BIH-bee-ON-id-ee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Bibionid
Plural
Bibionidae

Definition

A family of flies characterized by their typically robust bodies, often dark coloration, and distinctive wing venation.

Etymology

From Latin 'Bibio', the type genus; possibly from Greek 'bíos', meaning 'life'.

Example

The Bibionidae are often found in meadows and woodlands.

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