Meaning ofsandflyin English

Noun

1. bloodsucking flies (Lutzomyia, Phlebotomus)
   Sandflies are known to transmit diseases like leishmaniasis.
2. small New Zealand flies (Austrosimulium)
   The sandfly population in New Zealand can be a nuisance.
3. biting midges (Ceratopogonidae)
   Sandflies are typically found near beaches and lakes.