Ectaetia clavipes
(Loew, 1846)
Ectaetia clavipes is a of in the , described by Loew in 1846. The Ectaetia belongs to a group of small, often overlooked dipterans commonly known as black scavenger or minute . Species in this family are typically associated with decaying matter. The specific epithet 'clavipes' refers to clubbed feet, a morphological trait characteristic of this species.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ectaetia clavipes: /ɛkˈtætiə ˈklævɪˌpiz/
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Distribution
Recorded as present in Norway (NO) and Sweden (SE) based on GBIF distribution data.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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