Micropezidae

Pronunciation
/mi-kroh-PEH-zi-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Micropezid
Plural
Micropezidae

Definition

A family of flies commonly known as the stilt-legged flies, characterized by their long legs and distinctive body shape.

Full guide

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

Etymology

Example

The Micropezidae family includes several species of flies with long legs that are often found in tropical and temperate regions.

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