Tipulidae (Noun)
Meaning
Crane flies.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Crane flies, also known as tipulidae, are a common household pest during the warmer months of the year.
- The order of tipulidae, which consists of over 15,000 species, can be found on every continent except Antarctica.
- Despite their intimidating appearance, most species of tipulidae are harmless to humans and pets.
- Tipulidae, often mistaken for giant mosquitoes, do not bite or feed on blood.
- Adult tipulidae are short-lived and focus on reproduction rather than feeding, making them a minor nuisance at best.