Nemomydas brachyrhynchus

(Osten Sacken, 1886)

Nemomydas brachyrhynchus is a of mydas fly in the Mydidae, a group of large, robust flies known for their striking appearance and relatively uncommon occurrence. The species was described by Osten Sacken in 1886 and was originally placed in the Leptomidas. It is known from Mexico, though specific details about its remain poorly documented. Like other mydas flies, it likely has a complex involving soil-dwelling larval stages.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Nemomydas brachyrhynchus: /ˌnɛmoʊˈmaɪdəs brəˌkɪˈrɪŋkəs/

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Distribution

Mexico

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Taxonomic history

Originally described as Leptomidas brachyrhynchus by Osten Sacken in 1886, this was later transferred to the Nemomydas.

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