Delininae

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Delininae is a of true flies (Diptera) within the Scathophagidae, commonly known as dung flies. Members of this subfamily are distinguished from other scathophagids by morphological and ecological traits. The subfamily includes several found primarily in northern temperate regions. Delininae are generally associated with decaying organic matter and are part of the broader radiation of muscoid flies adapted to such .

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Delininae: //dɛlɪˈnaɪni//

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Distribution

Primarily distributed in northern temperate regions, with records from North America and Eurasia. The 's range corresponds broadly to that of its Scathophagidae.

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