Brachydeutera longipes

Hendel, 1913

Brachydeutera longipes is a of shore fly in the Ephydridae, described by Hendel in 1913. The Brachydeutera comprises small flies commonly found near aquatic or semi-aquatic . Records indicate this species occurs in the conterminous United States. Like other ephydrid flies, members of this genus are typically associated with moist environments and are known to walk on water surfaces.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Brachydeutera longipes: //ˌbrækɪˈdjuːtərə ˈlɒŋɪˌpiːz//

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Habitat

Associated with aquatic and semi-aquatic environments, including the surfaces of mud puddles and other shallow water bodies.

Distribution

Conterminous 48 United States.

Behavior

Observed on water surfaces, a characteristic of shore flies in this .

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