family hippoboscidae
Definition
- Noun:
- A family of insects: "Hippoboscidae" is the scientific name for a family of parasitic flies, commonly known as louse flies or keds. Members of this family are obligate ectoparasites of birds and mammals.
- Physical characteristics: These dipterans (true flies) can be winged or wingless. They are typically dorsoventrally flattened, have strong claws for clinging to their hosts, and feed on blood.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The sheep ked is a well-known member of the family Hippoboscidae.
- Ornithologists study parasites like those in the family Hippoboscidae to understand their impact on bird health.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: The name is always capitalized ("Hippoboscidae") and italicized in scientific writing to denote its status as a taxonomic family.
- The species was classified under the family Hippoboscidae.
Variants and Related Words
- Hippoboscid (noun/adjective): A member of the Hippoboscidae family; relating to this family.
- The hippoboscid fly was collected from the host.
- Louse fly (noun): The common name for flies in this family.
- Ked (noun): A common name for wingless or short-winged species, especially those parasitizing mammals (e.g., sheep ked).
Synonyms
- Louse flies: The most common general synonym.
- Parasitic flies: A broader descriptive term.
Related Phrases/Idioms
(Not commonly applicable for scientific taxonomic names)
Noun
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winged or wingless dipterans: louse flies
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