Helina procedens
(Walker, 1861)
Helina procedens is a of muscid fly described by Francis Walker in 1861. It belongs to the Helina, a large and taxonomically complex group within the Muscidae. The species is part of the Phaoniinae, which comprises flies often associated with decaying organic matter. Like many Helina species, detailed biological information for H. procedens remains limited in published literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Helina procedens: /hɛˈliːnə proˈkeːdɛns/
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Taxonomic note
The Helina is -rich and morphologically variable, with many species distinguished by subtle characters of the male genitalia. Reliable identification of H. procedens requires examination of or authoritative revisionary works.