Chrysotus affinis
Loew, 1861
Chrysotus affinis is a of long-legged fly in the Dolichopodidae, described by Loew in 1861. The Chrysotus is part of the Diaphorinae and includes numerous small, metallic-colored flies. Members of this genus are generally predatory as , though specific ecological details for C. affinis remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Chrysotus affinis: /ˈkɹɪsətəs əˈfɪnɪs/
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- Catalogue of Life
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