Humpbacked flies
- Pronunciation
- /HUMP-backed flies/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Humpbacked fly
- Plural
- Humpbacked flies
Definition
A common name for flies belonging to the family Phoridae, characterized by their humped or swollen thorax.
Etymology
From the Greek *phora* meaning 'to bear' and *idae* denoting family.
Example
Humpbacked flies are often found in moist areas and can be identified by their distinctive humped thorax.
Related Terms
Usage Notes
The term 'humpbacked flies' is a general term and encompasses several species within the Phoridae family.