Coenosia atrata

Walker, 1853

Coenosia atrata is a of true fly in the Muscidae, first described by Francis Walker in 1853. It belongs to the Coenosiinae, a group of predatory flies often found in moist or decaying organic environments. The species name 'atrata' refers to its dark coloration. Beyond its taxonomic placement, specific natural history details for this species remain poorly documented in the scientific literature.

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How to pronounce Coenosia atrata: /siːˈnoʊsiə əˈtreɪtə/

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