Phytomyptera melissopodis
(Coquillett, 1897)
Phytomyptera melissopodis is a of tachinid bristle fly described by Coquillett in 1897. It belongs to the Tachininae and tribe Graphogastrini. The species is known from North America, with records from Canada and the United States. As a tachinid fly, it is likely a , though specific associations for this species have not been documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Phytomyptera melissopodis: /faɪtoʊˈmɪptərə mɛˌlɪsoʊˈpoʊdɪs/
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Distribution
Canada and the United States. GBIF records indicate presence in North America.
Ecological Role
As a member of the Tachinidae, this likely functions as a , though its specific ecological role has not been documented.
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Original Description
Originally described as Plectops melissopodis by Coquillett in 1897, later transferred to the Phytomyptera.