Clytocerus americana
(Kincaid, 1901)
Clytocerus americana is a of moth fly in the Psychodidae, originally described as Pericoma americana by Kincaid in 1901. The species belongs to a of small, hairy flies commonly associated with moist or aquatic . Like other psychodids, are typically and weak fliers. Larval stages are usually found in organic-rich wet environments.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Clytocerus americana: /ˌklaɪtoʊˈsɪərəs əˌmɛrɪˈkɑːnə/
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- NCBI Taxonomy
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