Melanderomyia
Kessel, 1960
Melanderomyia is a of flat-footed flies in the Platypezidae. The genus was established by Kessel in 1960 and contains a single described , Melanderomyia kahli. It belongs to the Melanderomyiinae, which was erected to accommodate this distinctive genus. The genus is rarely encountered, with few observations documented.
Pronunciation
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Identification
Melanderomyia can be distinguished from other Platypezidae by its placement in the Melanderomyiinae, which is characterized by unique morphological features setting it apart from the Platypezinae. The single described , M. kahli, provides the primary reference for -level identification characters.
Similar Taxa
- PlatypezaBoth belong to Platypezidae, but Platypeza is placed in Platypezinae rather than Melanderomyiinae, differing in -level morphological characters.
- MicrosaniaAnother in Platypezidae, distinguished from Melanderomyia by placement and associated structural differences.
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Taxonomic notes
The Melanderomyiinae was established specifically to contain Melanderomyia, reflecting its distinct position within Platypezidae. The name honors the dipterist Axel Leonard Melander.