Sapromyza rotundicornis
Loew, 1863
Sapromyza rotundicornis is a small fly in the Lauxaniidae, described by Loew in 1863. The Sapromyza belongs to a family of acalyptrate flies commonly known as lauxaniid flies. Species in this genus are generally associated with decaying organic matter. The specific epithet 'rotundicornis' refers to rounded or horn-like structures. This species has been documented through limited observations, with 15 records on iNaturalist.
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How to pronounce Sapromyza rotundicornis: //ˌsæproʊˈmaɪzə roʊˌtʌndiˈkɔrnɪs//
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Nomenclatural Status
Catalogue of Life lists this as a synonym, while GBIF treats it as accepted. This discrepancy suggests taxonomic uncertainty that requires further investigation.