Protodejeania hystricosa

(Williston, 1886)

Protodejeania hystricosa is a of tachinid fly described by Williston in 1886. It belongs to a of flies that develop inside other insects. The species has been recorded across North America from Canada to Rica.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Protodejeania hystricosa: /proʊ.toʊ.dɛˈdʒeɪ.ni.ə hɪsˈtrɪ.kɒ.sə/

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Distribution

Canada, United States, Mexico, Rica. GBIF records confirm presence in North America.

Ecological Role

As a member of Tachinidae, this likely functions as a of other insects, though specific records are not documented.

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