Loxocera fumipennis

Coquillett, 1901

Loxocera fumipennis is a of in the , first described by Coquillett in 1901. The species name 'fumipennis' refers to the smoky or fumose coloration characteristic of this group. Rust flies are generally associated with stems and roots, though specific biological details for this species remain limited in published literature.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Loxocera fumipennis: /ˌlɔksəˈsɛrə fjuːmɪˈpɛnɪs/

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Identification

Distinguished from other Loxocera by pigmentation patterns and specific morphological details of the and . Accurate identification to species level requires examination of and comparison with . Separated from the related Imantimyia (under which it was formerly classified) by structural characters of the head and .

Distribution

North America; specific range details limited in available literature. Documented from observations in Kansas and surrounding regions.

Seasonality

active in spring; one observation from Kansas in late April during City Nature Challenge 2024.

Similar Taxa

  • Imantimyia fumipennisFormerly classified under this name; represents the same under previous before reclassification to Loxocera.
  • Other Loxocera speciesShare -level characteristics including elongated body form and ; require detailed morphological examination for separation.

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Taxonomic History

This was originally described as Imantimyia fumipennis Coquillett, 1901, and later transferred to the Loxocera. Some sources still list it as a synonym under the older combination.

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