Diastatid flies

Pronunciation
/di-ah-STAT-id flies/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Diastatid fly
Plural
Diastatid flies

Definition

A small family of flies (order Diptera) known for their distinctive wing venation and generally found in moist, decaying organic matter.

Etymology

Named after the genus *Diastata*, a type species within the family Diastatidae.

Example

Diastatid flies are often found in moist, decaying organic matter.

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