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Sandfly

For alternative uses of the word see Sandfly (disambiguation)

Sandfly is the common name of a flying, biting insect found in many countries. It is a type of Midge.

A sandfly is also known in Florida and elsewhere as a Sandflea, No-see-um, No-see-em, Noseeum, or Punkie.


See also

  • Sandfly fever


07-14-2008 23:18:10
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