Suborder Nematocera (Noun)
Meaning
Mosquitoes; fungus gnats; crane flies; gnats; sand flies.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Mosquitoes and fungus gnats are classified under the suborder Nematocera, which is a group of flying insects that are typically characterized by their long, thin antennae and slender bodies.
- Crane flies and gnats are often mistaken for mosquitoes, but they also belong to the suborder Nematocera, and are usually harmless to humans.
- Sand flies and biting midges are part of the suborder Nematocera, and are known to feed on the blood of mammals and birds.
- The suborder Nematocera includes a wide range of insects, such as mosquitoes, fungus gnats, and crane flies, which are often found near water or in humid environments.
- Some species of gnats and sand flies within the suborder Nematocera are known to transmit diseases to humans and animals, while others are merely a nuisance.