Leia varia
Walker, 1848
Leia varia is a of fungus gnat in the Mycetophilidae, first described by Walker in 1848. It belongs to the Leiinae and tribe Leiini. are distinguished by prominent morphological features on their legs.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Leia varia: /ˈleɪ.a ˈvɛə.ri.a/
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Identification
can be distinguished from other Leia and similar fungus gnats by the presence of long tibial spurs. This character is diagnostic for the species within its .
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Appearance
possess long spurs extending from the tibiae of their legs. As a member of Mycetophilidae, it has the general body plan typical of fungus gnats: small, slender body with long legs and relatively long .