Athyroglossa

Loew, 1860

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Athyroglossa is a of shore flies in the Ephydridae, established by Loew in 1860. The genus contains at least 30 described distributed primarily in the Northern Hemisphere, with records from Norway and Sweden. Shore flies in this family are typically associated with moist or aquatic environments.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Athyroglossa: //ˌæθɪroʊˈɡlɒsə//

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Habitat

Shore flies in the Ephydridae are generally associated with moist including shorelines, wetlands, and aquatic margins. Specific habitat preferences for Athyroglossa are not well documented.

Distribution

Recorded from Norway and Sweden; broader distribution likely includes additional Palearctic regions given the 's presence in northern Europe.

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