Gymnopternus difficilis
Loew, 1861
Gymnopternus difficilis is a of long-legged fly in the Dolichopodidae, described by Loew in 1861. The Gymnopternus belongs to the Dolichopodinae, a diverse group of predatory flies commonly known as long-legged flies. Members of this family are typically associated with moist and are known for their metallic coloration and elongated legs. This species is documented from a limited number of observations, with 7 records on iNaturalist suggesting it is rarely encountered or potentially underreported.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Gymnopternus difficilis: /dʒɪmnəʊˈptɜːrnəs dɪˈfɪsɪlɪs/
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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