Lygistorrhinidae

Pronunciation
/lig-is-tor-RIN-i-dae/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Lygistorrhinid
Plural
Lygistorrhinidae

Definition

A family of small, slender-bodied flies belonging to the order Diptera, also known as long-beaked fungus gnats.

Etymology

Example

The Lygistorrhinidae are commonly found in forests and woodlands, often associated with decaying wood and fungi.

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