Leucopis argentata
Heeger, 1848
Leucopis argentata is a predatory silver fly in the Chamaemyiidae. The is known from Europe and has been documented in Sweden. Like other members of the Leucopis, it is likely associated with on adelgids and other small Hemiptera, though specific prey records for this species are limited in the available sources.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Leucopis argentata: /luˈkɔpɪs ˌaɾɡɛnˈtaːta/
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Distribution
Europe; specifically recorded as present in Sweden.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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