Thaumaleidae

Pronunciation
/THAW-ma-LEE-i-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
thaumaleid
Plural
thaumaleids

Definition

A family of flies belonging to the order Diptera, characterized by their long, slender bodies and often found in moist habitats such as stream margins and wet rocks.

Etymology

From Greek 'thaõ' meaning 'to wonder, marvel' and 'ala' meaning 'wing'.

Example

Thaumaleids are often found near freshwater habitats like streams and ponds.

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