This family was only recently described (Boucek and Noyes 1987). It is very poorly known.

STATISTICS: This is a small family with only one genus and about 3 species (only one described, basalis Boucek and Noyes) (Boucek 1988).

BIOLOGY: Unknown .

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERS: This group is unique in having 14 segmented antennae. Females have a distinct 6 segmented antennal club. The wing has a transverse basal vein, and the tari are 4-segmented.

COLLECTING: Sweeping or malaise traps.

DISTRIBUTION: New Zealand.