Chromolepida mexicana
Cole, 1923
Chromolepida mexicana is a of stiletto fly in the Therevidae, described by Cole in 1923. Stiletto flies are predatory insects characterized by their slender bodies and distinctive wing venation. The Chromolepida is part of a diverse family of brachyceran flies found primarily in arid and semi-arid regions. Very few observations of this species exist in public databases.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Chromolepida mexicana: /ˌkroʊmoʊˈlɛpɪdə ˌmɛksɪˈkɑːnə/
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Distribution
Mexico (inferred from specific epithet and distribution patterns in Therevidae)