Culicidae
- Pronunciation
- /koo-LIH-suh-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Culicid
- Plural
- Culicids
Definition
A family of mosquitoes known for their role as vectors of diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, and Zika virus.
Etymology
From Latin 'culix', meaning 'gnat'.
Example
The Culicidae are a major threat to public health worldwide due to their ability to transmit disease.