Androprosopa
Mik, 1898
Androprosopa is a of small non-biting midges in the Thaumaleidae (Diptera). The western Nearctic fauna includes 25 , with three species described in 2021. Species are distinguished primarily by male genitalic . The genus belongs to a small family of Diptera associated with cool, moist environments.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Androprosopa: /ændroʊpɹəˈsoʊpə/
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Identification
Identification relies heavily on male genitalic characters; the 2021 revision provides a diagnostic key to males of western Nearctic . Species groups have been established based on morphological similarities. Females are less well characterized in the literature.
Distribution
Western Nearctic region; specific distributions vary by with updated maps provided in the 2021 revision.
Similar Taxa
- ThaumaleaThaumalea is the type of Thaumaleidae and shares the characteristics; Androprosopa is distinguished by genitalic and Nearctic distribution for most .
- Other Thaumaleidae generaAndroprosopa is distinguished from other thaumaleid by specific male genitalic structures and overall morphological features detailed in the revision.