Gymnopternus vockerothi
Robinson, 1964
Gymnopternus vockerothi is a of long-legged fly in the Dolichopodidae, described by Robinson in 1964. It belongs to a characterized by distinctive wing venation and elongated legs typical of the family. The species epithet honors Canadian entomologist John R. Vockeroth.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Gymnopternus vockerothi: //d͡ʒɪmˌnoʊpˈtɜrnəs ˌvɒkəˈrɒθaɪ//
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Etymology
The specific epithet 'vockerothi' honors John R. Vockeroth (1928–2012), a Canadian entomologist who made significant contributions to the of Diptera, particularly Dolichopodidae and other fly .