Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Hippoboscidae

👉 The term "hippoboscidae" is a genus of birds in the family Columbidae. It consists of two species, the hippo (Hippotremus) and the slothbird (Slothianthus). The genus name, "hippo", comes from the Greek word "hippiou," meaning "to slither." The genus name, "slothbird," comes from the Latin word "slothio," which means "slumbering

hippoboscidae

👉 Hippoboscidae is a family of flies, which includes the common fly (Aphididae). These flies are known for their ability to parasitize various species of plants in their native habitats. They feed on nectar and pollen from flowers and can be found throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.

Hippoboscidae