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snakefly

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Definitions

  1. predatory insect of western North America having a long necklike prothorax

Word origin

From snake + fly.

Used in a sentence

  • Although sexual behavior is not well studied in the order, observations exist for members of both snakefly families.
  • Adult snakeflies stalk their prey in a manner similar to snakes. When an insect comes within reach, the snakefly will strike, catching the victim with its jaws.

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