Eidalimus henshawi
(Malloch, 1917)
Eidalimus henshawi is a of soldier fly ( Stratiomyidae) in the Pachygastrinae. It was described by Malloch in 1917. The Eidalimus is part of a diverse group of Diptera characterized by larvae that develop in various decomposing organic substrates. As a member of Pachygastrinae, it belongs to a subfamily whose members often have reduced wing venation and compact body forms.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Eidalimus henshawi: /ˌaɪdəˈlaɪməs hɛnˈʃaɪ/
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Taxonomic placement
The Eidalimus is currently classified in the Pachygastrinae of Stratiomyidae. Pachygastrinae is characterized by that often have a somewhat humpbacked appearance and larvae that are frequently found in decaying wood, under bark, or in other rotting plant material.
Original description
First described as Pachygaster henshawi by Malloch in 1917, this was later transferred to the Eidalimus. The specific epithet honors Henshaw, likely referring to an entomological collector or colleague of Malloch.