Megaprosopus
Macquart, 1844
Species Guides
1Megaprosopus is a of tachinid flies (Diptera: Tachinidae) established by Macquart in 1844. The genus contains three described : M. rufiventris (the type species), M. andinus, and M. regalis. As with other tachinids, members are likely of other insects, though specific records for this genus are not well documented. The genus name refers to the notably large facial region characteristic of these flies.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Megaprosopus: //ˌmɛɡəprəˈsoʊpəs//
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Distribution
of Megaprosopus have been recorded from South America. Megaprosopus rufiventris, the type species, was described from Brazil. Megaprosopus andinus was described from Peru, suggesting Andean distribution for at least one species.
Host Associations
- unknown - Specific records are not documented, but tachinid flies are of other insects
Ecological Role
As members of Tachinidae, Megaprosopus likely function as , contributing to of their insect . This role makes them potentially important in natural .
Similar Taxa
- other Tachinidae generaDistinguished by the enlarged facial region () that gives the its name; specific diagnostic features require examination of male terminalia and other morphological characters not summarized in available sources
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Etymology
The name Megaprosopus derives from Greek 'mega' (large) and 'prosopon' (), referring to the characteristically enlarged of these flies.