Nematocera
- Pronunciation
- /nem-at-o-SER-uh/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Nematoceran
- Plural
- Nematocerans
Definition
A suborder of flies characterized by long, many-segmented antennae. They are often small and fragile.
Etymology
Greek 'nema' meaning 'thread' and 'keras' meaning 'horn'.
Example
The Nematocera suborder includes mosquitoes, as well as other flies with long antennae.
Related Terms
Usage Notes
Nematocera are often distinguished from Brachycera by the length and segmentation of their antennae.