Leskia occidentalis
(Coquillett, 1895)
Leskia occidentalis is a of bristle fly in the Tachinidae. It is native to North America. As a tachinid fly, it is presumed to be a , though specific relationships for this species have not been documented in the available literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Leskia occidentalis: /ˈlɛskiə ˌɔksɪˈdɛntælɪs/
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Distribution
North America. Distribution records indicate presence across the continent, though specific range boundaries are not well documented.
Ecological Role
As a member of Tachinidae, this likely functions as a , contributing to of other insects. The specific and ecological impacts remain undocumented.
More Details
Taxonomic Note
The was described by Coquillett in 1895. It belongs to the tribe Leskiini within the Tachininae.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
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