Chrysops

/ˈkrɪsɑps/ noun

Definition

A genus of blood-feeding flies known as deer flies or horse flies, often with striking golden or green-tinged eyes.

Etymology

From Greek 'chrysos' (gold) and 'ops' (eye), referencing the metallic or golden appearance of their eyes. Named by entomologists in the 18th century.

Kelly Says

These flies have some of the most beautiful eyes in the insect world—shimmering like gold—but they're notorious for painful bites, proving that nature's prettiest creatures aren't always the nicest!

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