Homalactia harringtoni
(Coquillett, 1902)
A tachinid fly in the Tachinidae, originally described by Coquillett in 1902. The species has been reclassified from the Lypha to Homalactia based on taxonomic revisions. Tachinidae are a large family of flies whose larvae develop inside other insects.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Homalactia harringtoni: /hoʊˈmælækʃə ˌhɛrɪŋˈtoʊni/
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Ecological Role
As a member of Tachinidae, this likely functions as a , with larvae developing inside and eventually killing insects. This ecological role contributes to natural of potential pest species.