Curtonotid flies
- Pronunciation
- /kur-ton-oh-tid flies/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Curtonotid fly
- Plural
- Curtonotid flies
Definition
A family of flies (Diptera) in the family Curtonotidae, characterized by their distinctive wing venation and various habitat associations.
Etymology
Named after the type genus, *Curtonotum*, which is derived from Greek words meaning 'short back'.
Example
Curtonotid flies are often found near water bodies and play a role in various ecological processes.