dance fly

entomology biology

Dance flies, belonging to the family Empididae, are notable for their intricate mating rituals, which often involve males performing aerial displays and presenting gifts to females.

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Definition

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(technical)A type of fly known for its complex courtship behaviors, including aerial displays and gift-giving.

Example

The dance fly male presented a silk-wrapped gift to the female during their courtship display.
Researchers observed the intricate mating dance of the dance fly in the wild.

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