What is another word for glossina?
Pronunciation: [ɡlˈɒsɪnə] (IPA) 
Glossina is a genus of biting flies commonly referred to as tsetse flies. These insects are known to cause sleeping sickness in humans and animals. Synonyms for glossina include the term "tzetze," which is an alternate spelling of the word tsetse. Other terms used to describe this genus of flies include "Glossinidae," "glossines," and "tsetse flies." The term "tse-tse" is used in some African countries to refer to these flies, while "mouche tse-tse" is a French term that translates to "tsetse fly." Although there are several synonyms for glossina, all of them refer to the same genus of flies known for their harmful effects on humans and animals.
