Chrysotus tarsalis
Van Duzee, 1924
Chrysotus tarsalis is a of long-legged fly in the Dolichopodidae, described by Van Duzee in 1924. The Chrysotus belongs to the Diaphorinae. Like other dolichopodid flies, members of this genus are characterized by their elongated legs and metallic coloration. Specific biological details for C. tarsalis remain poorly documented in the scientific literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Chrysotus tarsalis: /kɹɪˈsoʊtəs tɑrˈsælɪs/
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- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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