Dexia
Meigen, 1826
Species Guides
1Dexia is a of tachinid flies (Diptera: Tachinidae) established by Meigen in 1826. The genus belongs to the Dexiinae and tribe Dexiini. Most larvae are of scarab beetles (Scarabaeidae), though some attack other . The genus is distributed across Europe, with confirmed records from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dexia: //ˈdɛk.si.ə//
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Identification
Dexia can be distinguished from other tachinid by their placement in the tribe Dexiini, characterized by specific morphological features of the flies including bristle patterns and wing venation typical of the Dexiinae. Detailed species-level identification requires examination of genitalia and other microscopic features.
Distribution
Europe: confirmed records from Denmark (DK), Norway (NO), and Sweden (SE).
Diet
Larvae are , primarily of beetles in the Scarabaeidae.
Host Associations
- Scarabaeidae - Primary for most larvae
Ecological Role
As of scarab beetles, Dexia contribute to natural of their .