Opacifrons maculifrons
(Becker, 1907)
Opacifrons maculifrons is a small dung fly in the Sphaeroceridae, commonly known as lesser dung flies. The was described by Becker in 1907. Like other members of this family, it is associated with decomposing organic matter and moist . The Opacifrons is characterized by reduced wing venation and darkened wing bases in many species.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Opacifrons maculifrons: /oʊˌpæsɪˈfrɒnz ˈmækjʊlɪˌfrɒnz/
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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