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genus ceratopogon

 

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Noun genus ceratopogon has 1 sense
  1. Ceratopogon, genus Ceratopogon - type genus of the Ceratopogonidae
    --1 is a kind of arthropod genus
    --1 is a member of Ceratopogonidae, family Ceratopogonidae

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Genus Ceratopogon

Description:

The genus Ceratopogon is a taxonomic classification in the family Ceratopogonidae, which is a family of small biting midges commonly known as no-see-ums or punkies. This genus includes tiny flies that are primarily found in moist environments such as marshes, swamps, and wetlands.

Sample Sentences:

1. Noun (Entomology):

The genus Ceratopogon consists of numerous species of biting midges that can be found worldwide.

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2. Adjective (Popular):

The local campers were annoyed by the presence of ceratopogon flies, as their tiny bites caused itchy and irritating skin reactions.

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3. Adjective (Local):

In our region, the ceratopogon midges are particularly abundant during the rainy season.

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genus cerapteryx genus cerastes genus cerastium genus ceratitis genus ceratodus genus ceratonia genus ceratopetalum genus ceratophyllum genus ceratopogon genus ceratopteris genus ceratosaurus genus ceratostomella genus ceratotherium genus ceratozamia genus cercidiphyllum genus cercidium genus cercis

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