Leptopsilopa

Cresson, 1922

shore flies

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Leptopsilopa is a of shore flies in the Ephydridae, first described by Cresson in 1922. Shore flies in this family are typically associated with aquatic or semi-aquatic . The genus contains multiple , though specific taxonomic details remain limited in available sources.

Leptopsilopa atrimana by (c) Even Dankowicz, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Even Dankowicz. Used under a CC-BY license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Leptopsilopa: /lɛptoʊpˈsaɪloʊpə/

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Habitat

Associated with shore environments; members of Ephydridae typically inhabit margins of water bodies including ponds, lakes, streams, and saline or alkaline wetlands.

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