Ctenostylidae
- Pronunciation
- /ten-oh-STIL-ih-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Ctenostylid
- Plural
- Ctenostylidae
Definition
A family of flies belonging to the order Diptera, known for their stalked eyes.
Etymology
From Greek 'ctenos', meaning 'comb', and 'stylos', meaning 'pillar'.
Example
Ctenostylids are found in various habitats, including forests.