Drepanoglossa
Townsend, 1891
Species Guides
1Drepanoglossa is a of tachinid flies established by Townsend in 1891. The genus contains at least three described , all flies that develop within other insects. These bristle flies are part of the diverse Tachinidae , one of the largest families of Diptera. The genus name derives from Greek roots suggesting a hooked or sickle-shaped tongue or mouthpart structure.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Drepanoglossa: /drɛˌpænəˈɡlɒsə/
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Ecological Role
As members of Tachinidae, in this are , developing inside and eventually killing their insects. This contributes to of other insect species.