What is another word for myrmeleontidae?
Pronunciation: [mˈɪəmˌɛlɪˌɒntɪdˌiː] (IPA) 
Myrmeleontidae is a scientific family of insects commonly known as antlions. These insects are nocturnal and are famous for their unique hunting technique where they create conical pits in sandy soil and wait for prey to fall in. Interestingly, there are several synonyms for the word myrmeleontidae, including Myrmeleonidae, Myrmeleonitidae, and Acanthaclisidae. All of them refer to the same family of insects, but they have different Latin roots. Studying synonyms helps to understand etymology and the history of science, as well as to avoid confusion when communicating with experts in a particular field.
