Canthyloscelididae

Pronunciation
/can-thyloh-SCEL-id-i-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Canthyloscelididae
Plural
Canthyloscelididae

Definition

A family of flies, not beetles, belonging to the order Diptera, characterized by their distinct wing venation and larvae that typically develop in decaying wood or fungi.

Etymology

Derived from Greek 'kanthylos' meaning 'corner' and 'skelos' meaning 'leg'.

Example

The Canthyloscelididae are a small family of flies found in various habitats.

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