Copecrypta ruficauda
(Wulp, 1867)
bristle fly
Copecrypta ruficauda is a of tachinid fly described by Frederik Maurits van der Wulp in 1867. As a member of Tachinidae, it is a fly whose larvae develop within other insects. The species is known from the United States and Mexico. Limited observational data exists, with 55 records on iNaturalist suggesting it is encountered infrequently.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Copecrypta ruficauda: //kəʊpˈkrɪptə ruːfɪˈkaʊdə//
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Identification
The specific epithet 'ruficauda' (red tail) suggests a reddish abdominal or caudal coloration that may aid in recognition. As a tachinid, it possesses the 's characteristic bristly body and single pair of wings. Definitive identification requires examination of morphological features not detailed in available sources.
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Distribution
United States and Mexico. GBIF records confirm presence in North America, with specific locality data from Vermont, USA.
Ecological Role
As a tachinid fly, it likely functions as a , with larvae developing inside insects and contributing to of other arthropods.