Bittacomorphella
Alexander, 1916
pygmy phantom crane flies
Species Guides
1- Bittacomorphella jonesi(pygmy phantom crane fly)
Bittacomorphella is a of small crane flies in the Ptychopteridae, commonly known as pygmy phantom crane flies. The genus contains approximately 11 described distributed across North America and Asia. Members are distinguished by their reduced wing venation and diminutive size relative to other phantom crane flies. The genus was established by Alexander in 1916.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Bittacomorphella: //ˌbɪtəkəʊˈmɔːrfɛlə//
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Identification
Distinguished from the larger Bittacomorpha by smaller body size and reduced wing venation. Pygmy phantom crane flies have slender bodies with long, fragile legs characteristic of the Ptychopteridae. Specific identification to level requires examination of wing venation patterns and male genitalia.
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Distribution
North America (United States, including Vermont) and Asia (China, Japan, Thailand).
Similar Taxa
- BittacomorphaLarger-bodied phantom crane flies in the same ; Bittacomorphella is distinguished by smaller size and reduced wing venation.