Bibionidae

/bɪbɪˈɒnɪdi/ noun

Definition

The family of small flies that includes March flies and lovebugs; harmless insects attracted to flowers and decaying organic matter.

Etymology

From the genus 'Bibio' + taxonomic family suffix '-idae.' This is the formal scientific family designation in biological classification.

Kelly Says

The suffix '-idae' always marks a family in biology—from insects to mammals, this Latin ending instantly tells scientists they're discussing an entire family group.

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