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tabanidae Meaning
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tabanidae (n)
horseflies
tabanidae Sentence Examples
- Tabanidae is a family of flies commonly known as horseflies or deerflies.
- The tabanidae family consists of over 4,000 species worldwide.
- Tabanidae females are known for their aggressive biting behavior, seeking blood meals from animals and humans.
- Their piercing mouthparts allow them to cut through skin and cause painful bites.
- Tabanidae can transmit various diseases through their saliva, including equine infectious anemia and anthrax.
- Horses, cattle, and deer are common targets of tabanidae attacks.
- Tabanidae flies often congregate near water bodies, moist areas, or animal enclosures.
- Effective control measures include repellents, traps, and vegetation management to reduce breeding sites.
- Some tabanidae species have evolved to mimic the appearance of other insects, such as bees or wasps.
- The study of tabanidae flies and their control techniques falls under the field of entomology.
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horseflies
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Tabanidae is a family of flies commonly known as horseflies or deerflies.
The tabanidae family consists of over 4,000 species worldwide.
Tabanidae females are known for their aggressive biting behavior, seeking blood meals from animals and humans.
Their piercing mouthparts allow them to cut through skin and cause painful bites.
