Dolichopus distinctus

Van Duzee, 1921

Dolichopus distinctus is a of in the , described by Van Duzee in 1921. The Dolichopus is among the most diverse in the family, with males typically possessing ornamented used in . Species in this family are predatory as , feeding on small . Like most dolichopodids, D. distinctus is likely metallic in coloration and associated with moist or vegetated where is abundant.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Dolichopus distinctus: //ˌdɔːlɪˈkoʊpəs dɪˈstɪŋktəs//

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Diet

are predatory on small , capturing with modified mouthparts consisting of an extendable lower lip with opposable lobes.

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