Ptychopteromorpha

Pronunciation
/ptih-koh-ter-o-MOR-fuh/
Category
Taxonomy
Plural
Ptychopteromorpha

Definition

A suborder of crane flies within the order Diptera, characterized by their long legs and slender bodies.

Etymology

From Greek 'ptychon', meaning 'folding' or 'hinged', and 'morphe', meaning 'form'.

Example

Ptychopteromorpha are commonly found near water bodies, where their larvae develop.

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