Diastatidae

Pronunciation
/di-as-ta-tidae/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Diastatid
Plural
Diastatidae

Definition

A family of small flies, often found near water, belonging to the order Diptera.

Etymology

From Greek 'dia-', meaning 'through', and 'statos', meaning 'standing'.

Example

The Diastatidae are often seen hovering near wetlands and other moist habitats.

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