Cryptochetidae

Pronunciation
/kryp-toh-KETT-ee-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Cryptochetidae
Plural
Cryptochetidae

Definition

A family of flies belonging to the superfamily Lauxanioidea, characterized by their reduced wing venation and association with scale insects.

Etymology

From Greek 'kryptos', meaning 'hidden', and 'chetes', meaning 'hunter'.

Example

Cryptochetidae are often found in habitats where scale insects are present.

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