Morellia

Robineau-Desvoidy, 1830

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Morellia podagrica

Morellia is a large of true flies in the Muscidae. Members are robust, dark-colored flies with distinctive thoracic patterning. The genus was established by Robineau-Desvoidy in 1830 and contains numerous distributed across multiple continents.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Morellia: //mɔˈrɛ.li.a//

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Identification

Distinguished from other Muscidae by the combination of four distinct longitudinal scutal stripes, white parafacialia, and reduced setation. The robust body form separates it from more slender muscid .

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Appearance

Plump, predominantly black flies. largely lack setae, with at most sparse hairs present. Parafacial areas bear a white dusting. displays four distinct longitudinal dark stripes against a lighter background.

Distribution

Recorded from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden; broader distribution likely given large size but specific range data not documented in provided sources.

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Taxonomic Note

The Morellia was established by Robineau-Desvoidy in 1830 and is classified within the tribe Muscini, Muscinae. It is considered a very large genus, though the exact number of included is not specified in available sources.