Typopsilopa nigra
(Williston, 1896)
Typopsilopa nigra is a of shore fly in the Ephydridae, first described by Williston in 1896. Shore flies in this family are generally associated with moist including shorelines, wetlands, and aquatic environments. The specific epithet 'nigra' refers to its dark coloration. Very few observations of this species have been documented, with only a single observation recorded on iNaturalist.
Pronunciation
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Taxonomic History
First described by Samuel Wendell Williston in 1896, a prominent American entomologist known for his work on Diptera.
Observation Status
The appears to be rarely encountered or underreported, with minimal observational data available in public databases.