Lauxania shewelli
Pérusse & Wheeler, 2000
Lauxania shewelli is a small in the , described from North America in 2000. The species is named in honor of the dipterist Harold Shewell. It belongs to a of lauxaniid flies characterized by patterned and yellowish to brownish body coloration. The species has been documented primarily through observations in the northeastern United States and adjacent Canada.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lauxania shewelli: /lɔˈksaniə ʃəˈwɛli/
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Identification
The can be distinguished from other Lauxania by specific and pattern characteristics described in the original description. As a member of Lauxania, it likely shares the -typical features of a rounded , large , and with distinct dark markings or spots. Accurate identification requires examination of male or detailed wing venation patterns.
Distribution
Northeastern United States and southeastern Canada, including records from New York, Pennsylvania, and adjacent regions. The appears to be associated with temperate deciduous forest environments based on collection localities.
Similar Taxa
- Lauxania cylindricornisOverlaps in distribution and shares similar body form; distinguished by differences in male and antennal structure
- Lauxania minorSimilar size and pattern; separation requires careful examination of details and genitalic characters