Medetera vittata
Van Duzee, 1919
Medetera vittata is a of in the , described by Van Duzee in 1919. Like other members of the Medetera, it is associated with tree trunks and is predatory on other small . The species is part of a diverse family of predatory known for their metallic coloration and agile movements.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Medetera vittata: //məˈdɛtərə vɪˈtɑːtə//
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Similar Taxa
- Other Medetera speciesMultiple Medetera occur on tree trunks; species-level identification typically requires examination of male .
- Other DolichopodidaeMany share metallic coloration and predatory habits; Medetera are distinguished by their association with tree trunks and characteristic 'tiptoe' posture.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
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