Dipteromimidae
- Pronunciation
- /dih-TER-oh-mim-ID-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Dipteromimid
- Plural
- Dipteromimids
Definition
A family of small flies, most of which are known for their mimicry of other insects primarily in the order Diptera (flies).
Etymology
From Greek 'dipter', meaning 'two wings', and 'mimos', meaning 'imitator'.
Example
Dipteromimids often exhibit striking mimetic traits resembling small flies, although they belong to a different family altogether.