Family Simuliidae (Noun)
Meaning
Blackflies and sand flies.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Family Simuliidae, also known as blackflies, are known to be significant vectors of disease in various parts of the world.
- Adult blackflies of the family Simuliidae are recognized by their stout body and humpbacked appearance.
- Sandflies are part of the family Psychodidae, while blackflies belong to the family Simuliidae, both being biting insects that can transmit diseases.
- With their numerous species, the family Simuliidae can be found in diverse habitats including streams and rivers.
- Unlike sandflies of the family Psychodidae, females of the family Simuliidae use the nutrients from the blood to lay more eggs.