Family Hypodermatidae (Noun)
Meaning
Warble flies.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Warble flies, also known as the family Hypodermatidae, are a type of parasitic fly that infest the skin of mammals.
- The family Hypodermatidae is a group of flies that are known for their larvae, which cause myiasis in deer and other animals.
- The larvae of the family Hypodermatidae are typically found in the skin of their hosts, where they feed on tissue and cause lesions.
- In the summer months, the adult flies of the family Hypodermatidae can be seen flying around their hosts, searching for a place to lay their eggs.
- The family Hypodermatidae is often considered a nuisance to hunters and wildlife managers, as the larvae can cause significant damage to the hides of infected animals.