What is another word for Family Cuterebridae?

Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli kjˈuːtəɹˌɛbɹɪdˌiː] (IPA)

The Family Cuterebridae is a group of parasitic flies found in the neotropical region. They are commonly known as bot flies due to their larval stage which lives as a parasite inside the bodies of mammals. There are several synonyms for the Family Cuterebridae, including warble fly, heel fly, and gadfly. These names are used interchangeably to refer to the same group of insects. The bot fly is known for its peculiar and terrifying life cycle, during which it lays its eggs on the fur of its host. The larvae hatch and burrow into the skin, causing painful lesions and infections. Despite their unpleasant reputation, the Cuterebridae fill important ecological roles as decomposers and parasites.

Synonyms for Family cuterebridae:

What are the hypernyms for Family cuterebridae?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    Mammalia (Class), Rodentia (Order).

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