noun
- flies of the family Tabanidae, including horse flies and deer flies, known for their painful bites
Usage: entomology; plural form
Examples
- Tabanids are common pests around livestock during summer months.
- The researcher studied tabanids to understand their role in disease transmission.
- Hikers often encounter tabanids near wetlands and wooded areas.
- Female tabanids require blood meals for egg development.
- Insect repellent can help protect against tabanids during outdoor activities.
- The veterinarian explained how tabanids can transmit diseases to cattle.