What is another word for hypodermatidae?
Pronunciation: [hˌa͡ɪpədˈɜːmɐtˌɪdiː] (IPA) 
Hypodermatidae is a family of parasitic flies, commonly known as warble flies or heel flies, that infest the skin of mammals including cattle, deer, elk, and sheep. Synonyms for the word hypodermatidae include bot flies, gadflies, and heel flies which reflect their painful and irritating nature. These flies lay their eggs on the hosts' skin, where the larvae hatch and burrow into the tissues. As they grow, they create swelling and a cyst-like lesion, causing discomfort and sometimes affecting the animal's health. Treatment involves mechanical or chemical removal of the larvae from the host. While they are a nuisance to livestock, hypodermatidae play a role in controlling tick populations.
