Dolichopus distinctus
Van Duzee, 1921
Dolichopus distinctus is a of long-legged fly in the Dolichopodidae, described by Van Duzee in 1921. The Dolichopus is among the most diverse in the family, with males typically possessing ornamented front used in . Species in this family are predatory as , feeding on small insects. Like most dolichopodids, D. distinctus is likely metallic in coloration and associated with moist or vegetated where prey is abundant.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dolichopus distinctus: //ˌdɔːlɪˈkoʊpəs dɪˈstɪŋktəs//
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Diet
are predatory on small insects, capturing prey with modified mouthparts consisting of an extendable lower lip with opposable lobes.