Apiloscatopse
Cook, 1974
Species Guides
3Apiloscatopse is a of minute black scavenger flies in the Scatopsidae, established by Cook in 1974. The genus is characterized by distinctive morphological features of the scutellum. It is known from the Palearctic region with confirmed records from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. The type , Apiloscatopse scutellata, serves as the primary reference for understanding the genus.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Apiloscatopse: /ˌæpɪloʊˈskætɒpsi/
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Identification
Members of this are distinguished within Scatopsidae by characteristics of the scutellum, as indicated by the epithet of the type species. Generic-level identification requires examination of thoracic and wing venation patterns typical of the tribe Scatopsini.
Distribution
Confirmed records from Denmark (DK), Norway (NO), and Sweden (SE). The is considered Palearctic in distribution based on available occurrence data.
Similar Taxa
- ScatopseBoth belong to tribe Scatopsini; Apiloscatopse differs in scutellar .
- ColobostemaAnother in Scatopsidae; separation requires detailed examination of thoracic structure.