Parascatopse sonorensis
Cook, 1955
Parascatopse sonorensis is a of minute black scavenger fly in the Scatopsidae, described by Cook in 1955. The specific epithet 'sonorensis' refers to Sonora, suggesting a type locality or known distribution in the Sonoran region. Scatopsidae are generally small, dark-colored flies associated with decaying organic matter. This species belongs to the tribe Rhegmoclematini within the Scatopsinae.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Parascatopse sonorensis: /ˌpærəˈskætəpsiː ˌsɒnəˈrɛnsɪs/
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Distribution
The specific epithet 'sonorensis' indicates association with Sonora, likely referring to the Sonoran Desert region spanning northwestern Mexico and southwestern United States (Arizona, California). The was described in 1955, suggesting the originated from this region.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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