Phyllodromia americana
Melander, 1947
Phyllodromia americana is a of dance fly in the Empididae, described by Melander in 1947. As a member of the tribe Chelipodini within the Empidinae, this species belongs to a diverse group of predatory flies commonly known as dance flies due to their distinctive swarming during mating. The Phyllodromia is characterized by specific morphological adaptations, though detailed biological information for this particular species remains limited in available literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Phyllodromia americana: //fɪloʊdroʊˈmiːə əˌmɛrɪˈkɑːnə//
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- Catalogue of Life
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