Trimerina madizans
(Fallén, 1813)
shore fly
Trimerina madizans is a of shore fly in the Ephydridae. The species was described by Fallén in 1813. Larvae are specialized of spider , an unusual feeding strategy among Diptera. It occurs across northern and central Europe.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Trimerina madizans: /ˌtraɪmɛˈriːnə məˈdaɪzənz/
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Identification
No specific diagnostic features for distinguishing T. madizans from are documented in available sources.
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Habitat
Shore flies in the Ephydridae are typically associated with moist, marginal aquatic including lake shores, riverbanks, and wetlands. Specific habitat preferences for T. madizans have not been detailed.
Distribution
Recorded from Algeria, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden.
Diet
Larvae are of spider .
Host Associations
- spider eggs - preyLarvae feed on spider
Ecological Role
As a of spider , larvae may influence spider in shoreline .
Similar Taxa
- Other Trimerina speciesMorphological distinction requires detailed examination; identification to level may need review.