Cephalochrysa canadensis
(Curran, 1927)
Cephalochrysa canadensis is a of soldier fly in the Stratiomyidae, Sarginae. First described by Curran in 1927, this species occurs in Canada and the United States. Like other soldier flies, it belongs to a diverse group of Diptera characterized by distinctive morphological features. The Cephalochrysa is part of the broader Stratiomyidae radiation, which includes species with varied ecological roles.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cephalochrysa canadensis: //ˌsɛfəloʊˈkraɪsə ˌkænəˈdɛnsɪs//
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Distribution
Canada and the United States.