Diadocidiidae

Diadocidiidae

Classification

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Diadocidiidae: /daɪəˌdɒsɪˈdaɪɪdiː/

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Summary

Diadocidiidae is a family of flies (Diptera) containing one extant genus with over 20 species and one extinct genus, found predominantly in forested areas worldwide.

Physical Characteristics

Average body length for adults is around 2.5–5.6 mm.

Habitat

Woodland areas, found in shaded places in forests or near streams.

Distribution

Worldwide, except in Africa and Antarctica.

Diet

Larvae feed on hymenium of Polyporaceae fungi.

Ecosystem Role

Larvae contribute to the decomposition process by feeding on fungi.

Evolution

Diadocidiidae are usually considered close to the Keroplatidae, Bolitophilidae, and Ditomyiidae, and were formerly included in the Mycetophilidae.

Similar Taxa

Tags

  • flies
  • Diptera
  • Diadocidiidae
  • woodland flies