Therevidae

Pronunciation
/THEH-rev-ih-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Therevidae
Plural
Therevidae

Definition

A family of flies (Diptera) known as "stiletto flies", characterized by their elongated bodies and often slender appearance.

Etymology

From Latin *thereva*, meaning a kind of gnat.

Example

Therevidae flies are often found in woodlands and grasslands.

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