Net-winged Midges

Pronunciation
/NET-winged MID-jus/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Net-winged Midge
Plural
Net-winged Midges

Definition

A group of small flies belonging to the family *Blephariceridae*, characterized by their distinctive net-like wing venation.

Etymology

From the Greek words 'blepharis' meaning 'eyelash' (referring to the fringed wings), and 'ceros' meaning 'horn' (referring to the antennae), with the suffix '-idae' denoting a family.

Example

Net-winged midges are often found near fast-flowing streams and rivers and may be attracted to light.

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