Atrichomelina
Cresson, 1920
snail-killing flies
Species Guides
1Atrichomelina is a of marsh flies ( Sciomyzidae) whose larvae are of freshwater snails. The genus was established by Cresson in 1920 and contains at least one described , Atrichomelina pubera. Like other sciomyzids, members of this genus have aquatic or semi-aquatic stages that develop in association with mollusk .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Atrichomelina: //ˌætrɪkoʊməˈlaɪnə//
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Habitat
Freshwater environments; larvae develop in association with aquatic pulmonate snails.
Diet
Larvae are that kill and consume aquatic pulmonate snails of various .
Host Associations
- aquatic pulmonate snails - -preyLarvae kill and consume snails; specific range not fully documented
Life Cycle
stages develop in association with freshwater snails; specific details of , larval instars, and pupal stages require further study.
Ecological Role
of freshwater snails; may influence snail in aquatic .