👉 The term "simuliidae" refers to a group of extinct reptile genera that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, around 53-47 million years ago. This group was part of a larger family called Theraphosauriformes, which also includes other extinct reptiles such as the Crocodylomorphs and Pterosaurs. The Simuliidae were known for their large size, powerful jaws, and sharp teeth. They had a long