Setomima

Enderlein, 1937

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Setomima is a of moth flies (Psychodidae) described by Enderlein in 1937. It belongs to the tribe Brunettiini within the Psychodinae. The genus is characterized by specific wing venation patterns and setal arrangements that distinguish it from related psychodid genera. in this genus are small, delicate flies with hairy bodies and wings, typical of the Psychodidae.

Setomima by (c) Katja Schulz, some rights reserved (CC BY). Used under a CC-BY license.Setomima nitida by (c) Katja Schulz, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Katja Schulz. Used under a CC-BY license.Wacky Mothfly (14533590344) by Katja Schulz from Washington, D. C., USA. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

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Identification

Setomima can be distinguished from other Brunettiini by wing venation features, particularly the arrangement of in the portion of the wing and the pattern of setae on the wing . The genus is separated from closely related genera such as Brunettia by differences in the shape of the gonostylus in males and the spermathecal structures in females.

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Similar Taxa

  • BrunettiaBoth belong to tribe Brunettiini and share similar body plans and wing shapes; distinguished by male genitalia and female spermathecal
  • PsychodaLarger psychodid with overlapping geographic range; Psychoda generally have more reduced wing venation and different setal patterns

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