Leptophlebiidae

Pronunciation
/lep-toh-FLEH-bee-ih-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Leptophlebiid
Plural
Leptophlebiids

Definition

A family of mayflies known as the slender-bodied or long-legged mayflies.

Etymology

From Greek 'leptos', meaning 'slender', and 'phleps', meaning 'vein'.

Example

Leptophlebiidae are often found in streams with clear, cold water.

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