Dryope
Robineau-Desvoidy, 1830
Dryope is a of in the Dryomyzidae, established by Robineau-Desvoidy in 1830. The genus contains three recognized . These flies are classified within the () and are part of the Dryomyzinae and tribe Dryomyzini.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dryope: //draɪˈoʊ.piː//
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Etymology
The name Dryope derives from Greek mythology, where Dryope (Δρυόπη) was a figure associated with oak trees (δρῦς drys) and woodpeckers. The name has been applied to multiple mythological figures including a daughter of Dryops, a , and various other characters in classical literature.
Taxonomic Note
The Dryope should not be confused with the subspecific epithet 'dryope' used in Satyrium sylvinus dryope Edwards, a (: Theclinae), which is a separate taxonomic entity.