Allotrichoma abdominale
(Williston, 1896)
Allotrichoma abdominale is a of shore fly in the Ephydridae, first described by Samuel Wendell Williston in 1896. The Allotrichoma belongs to a group of small flies commonly associated with aquatic or semi-aquatic . This species is part of a family known for remarkable ecological diversity, with larvae occupying habitats ranging from thermal springs to petroleum pools. Published records for this species are sparse.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Allotrichoma abdominale: /ˌæl.oʊ.trɪˈkoʊ.mə æb.dəˈmɪn.aleɪ/
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Taxonomic Note
The specific epithet 'abdominale' refers to abdominal characteristics, though original description details are not readily accessible in major databases. The Allotrichoma was established by Becker in 1903, with A. abdominale subsequently transferred to this genus from earlier placements.