Exiliscelis californiensis
Hutson, 1977
Exiliscelis californiensis is a of fly in the , a small group of primitive flies often referred to as "perissommatid-like" or "synneurid" flies. Described by Hutson in 1977, this species is to California. The family Canthyloscelididae is poorly known biologically, with most species known from few specimens. Exiliscelis californiensis is one of only three documented observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is rarely encountered or underreported.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Exiliscelis californiensis: /ˌɛksɪˈlɪskəlɪs ˌkælɪˌfɔːrniˈɛnsɪs/
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Distribution
Known from California, USA. The specific epithet "californiensis" indicates the type locality and presumed primary range is within California.
Similar Taxa
- Canthyloscelis speciesOther members of the share similar small size and reduced wing venation, but Exiliscelis is distinguished by generic-level characters of the and wing structure as defined by Hutson (1977).
- Synneura speciesHistorically related flies in the Synneurinae; Exiliscelis was separated from Synneura based on antennal and genitalic characters.