Norrbomia fulvipennis

Marshall & Norrbom, 1992

A small in the , described in 1992 from material collected in Rica. The epithet refers to the tawny or yellowish-brown coloration of the wings. Sphaeroceridae are commonly known as lesser dung flies and are associated with decaying organic matter.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Norrbomia fulvipennis: //nɔːrˈboʊ.mi.ə fʊlˈvɪ.pɛn.nɪs//

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Habitat

Associated with decaying organic matter, including and compost.

Distribution

Known from Rica.

Ecological Role

Decomposer; contributes to nutrient cycling in association with decaying organic substrates.

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