Winter crane flies
- Pronunciation
- /WIN-ter krayn flahyz/
- Category
- Entomology
- Singular
- Winter crane fly
- Plural
- Winter crane flies
Definition
Crane flies that are active during the winter months.
Etymology
From their activity during the winter months and their similarity to other crane flies in the family Tipulidae.
Example
Winter crane flies emerge from hibernation in late fall and are often seen flying around lights at night.
Related Terms
Usage Notes
Winter crane flies are true flies and belong to the order Diptera.