Apteromyia claviventris
(Strobl, 1909)
Apteromyia claviventris is a small fly in the Sphaeroceridae, commonly known as lesser dung flies. The Apteromyia is characterized by reduced wing venation and small body size. This has been documented in northern Europe and North America. Like other members of its family, it is associated with decomposing organic matter.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Apteromyia claviventris: /ˌæptɛroʊˈmaɪə klæˈvɪvɛntrɪs/
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Identification
Members of Apteromyia can be distinguished from other Sphaeroceridae by their reduced wing venation, with fewer crossveins than related . The specific epithet "claviventris" refers to a club-shaped . Definitive identification to level requires examination of male terminalia.
Distribution
Recorded from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and the contiguous United States.
Similar Taxa
- Other Apteromyia speciesRequires examination of male genitalia and abdominal shape for separation.
- Other Limosininae generaApteromyia differs in wing venation reduction and abdominal structure.
More Details
Taxonomic history
Originally described as Limosina claviventris by Strobl in 1909, later transferred to Apteromyia.