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simuliidae

/ˌsɪm.jʊˈlaɪ.ɪ.diː/

Traducción: Familia de pequeñas moscas hematófagas, conocidas comúnmente como moscas negras o moscas de los torrentes, que suelen encontrarse cerca de corrientes de agua rápidas.

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C2formalcommonscientific/ˌsɪm.jʊˈlaɪ.ɪ.diː/

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A family of small, blood-sucking flies commonly known as blackflies or sand flies, often found near fast-flowing water.

  • 🇪🇸Familia de pequeñas moscas hematófagas, conocidas comúnmente como moscas negras o moscas de los torrentes, que suelen encontrarse cerca de corrientes de agua rápidas.
  1. Blackflies and sand flies C2 formal scientific

    A family of small, dark-colored flies known as blackflies or sand flies, often found near fast-flowing water, and known for biting and transmitting diseases.

    • Simuliidae are common in mountainous regions with clear streams.
    • The bite of a Simuliidae can cause severe allergic reactions in some people.
    • Researchers study Simuliidae to understand the spread of river blindness.

    🇪🇸Familia Simuliidae (moscas negras o jejenes)