Apteromyia claviventris
(Strobl, 1909)
Apteromyia claviventris is a small in the , commonly known as lesser . The Apteromyia is characterized by reduced 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 matter.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Apteromyia claviventris: /ˌæptɛroʊˈmaɪə klæˈvɪvɛntrɪs/
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Identification
Members of Apteromyia can be distinguished from other by their reduced , with fewer crossveins than related . The specific epithet "claviventris" refers to a -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 and abdominal shape for separation.
- Other Limosininae generaApteromyia differs in reduction and abdominal structure.
More Details
Taxonomic history
Originally described as Limosina claviventris by Strobl in 1909, later transferred to Apteromyia.