Macrocera nebulosa

Coquillett, 1901

Macrocera nebulosa is a of fungus gnat in the Keroplatidae, described by Coquillett in 1901. It belongs to the Macrocerinae and tribe Macrocerini. The species name 'nebulosa' (meaning 'cloudy' or 'foggy' in Latin) likely refers to some aspect of its appearance or patterning. As a member of Keroplatidae, it is part of a family of small to medium-sized flies whose larvae are typically associated with fungi, decaying wood, or other moist organic substrates.

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How to pronounce Macrocera nebulosa: /ˌmækroʊˈsɛrə nɛbjʊˈloʊsə/

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