Empididae

Pronunciation
/em-pid-EE-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Empidid
Plural
Empididae

Definition

A family of flies belonging to the order Diptera, known for their predatory habits and often found near water.

Full guide

Read the full Empididae guide for identification, examples, and taxonomy.

Etymology

Named after the Greek words 'empis', meaning 'gnat', and 'idae', denoting a family.

Example

Empididae are known for their unique hunting techniques, often catching prey with their legs while hovering near water sources.

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