Heleomyza brachypterna
(Loew)
Heleomyza brachypterna is a small fly in the Heleomyzidae, originally described by Loew. The species is currently treated as a synonym of Scoliocentra brachypterna in some taxonomic sources, reflecting ongoing taxonomic instability in this group. It has been recorded from Denmark and Sweden. As a member of Heleomyzidae, it likely shares ecological traits with related species, though specific biological details remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Heleomyza brachypterna: /ˌhɛliˈɒmɪzə ˌbrækɪˈptɜːrnə/
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Distribution
Recorded from Denmark (DK) and Sweden (SE).
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Taxonomic Note
This is listed as a synonym of Scoliocentra brachypterna in GBIF, while NCBI retains it under Heleomyza brachypterna. This reflects the unstable generic classification within Heleomyzidae, where species have been moved between Heleomyza and Scoliocentra based on morphological reinterpretations.