Coloburiscidae

Pronunciation
/ko-loh-BUR-iss-i-dee-eye/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Coloburiscidae
Plural
Coloburiscidae

Definition

A small family of insects belonging to the order Ephemeroptera, commonly known as mayflies.

Etymology

Named after the genus Coloburiscus.

Example

Larvae of the Coloburiscidae family are typically found in fast-flowing streams and rivers.

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