Chlorops

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Diptera
Superfamily: Carnoidea
Family: Chloropidae
Subfamily: Chloropinae
Genus: Chlorops

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Chlorops: //ˈklɔːrɒps//

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Summary

Chlorops is a diverse genus of flies within the family Chloropidae, encompassing a significant number of species, some of which are undescribed and exhibit considerable variability. The last comprehensive revision occurred over a century ago, indicating potential gaps in current knowledge.

Physical Characteristics

Stripes on scutum can be black or red; pleura may have a single heavily marked spot or be plain yellow; ocellar triangle shows variation with colors including yellow, black, and combinations thereof; palps can be black or yellow; clypeus may be yellow or have a black stripe; legs are generally yellow (some species exhibit black markings); abdomen typically has sharply defined black bands or is overall yellowish or dark; first flagellomere color varies within species.

Identification Tips

Key characteristics for identification include the coloration of scutum stripes, pleura markings, ocellar triangle colors, palp and clypeus colors, leg patterns, and the distinctive abdomen bands.

Habitat

Various habitats, specifics not provided.

Distribution

Found in Europe and Nearctic region, with over 40 species documented in these areas.