Tanypezid flies
- Pronunciation
- /tan-i-PEEZ-id flies/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Tanypezid fly
- Plural
- Tanypezid flies
Definition
A group of flies belonging to the family Tanypezidae, characterized by their slender bodies and often distinctive wing patterns.
Etymology
From Greek 'tanos' meaning 'slender' and 'peza' meaning 'foot'.
Example
Tanypezid flies are typically found on logs and vegetation, often in forested areas.
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Usage Notes
Tanypezid flies are not well studied, and their ecological roles are not fully understood.