Lyprauta
Edwards, 1929
Lyprauta is a of fungus gnats in the Keroplatidae, described by Edwards in 1929. It belongs to the tribe Orfeliini within the Keroplatinae. Members of this genus are small, delicate flies associated with moist, decaying organic matter and fungal . The genus is poorly known, with limited published information on and .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lyprauta: //lɪˈpraʊtə//
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Distribution
Southeast Asia (based on GBIF distribution records coded as 'SE').
Similar Taxa
- OrfeliaBoth Orfelia and Lyprauta belong to the tribe Orfeliini; they share general body plan and preferences, though Orfelia is more -rich and better documented.
- KeroplatusKeroplatus is another in Keroplatidae with bioluminescent larvae; Lyprauta lacks this trait and differs in genitalic structure.