Ephemerellidae
- Pronunciation
- /eh-FEM-er-EL-lid-ee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Ephemerellidae
- Plural
- Ephemerellidae
Definition
A family of mayflies belonging to the order Ephemeroptera.
Etymology
From Greek 'ephemeros', meaning 'short-lived', and 'ellidae', a suffix denoting a family.
Example
Ephemerellidae are considered primitive mayflies with a unique morphology.
Related Terms
Usage Notes
Ephemerellidae are characterized by their small size and are often found in streams and rivers.