Cephalochrysa similis
(James, 1936)
Cephalochrysa similis is a of soldier fly in the Stratiomyidae, described by James in 1936. It belongs to the Sarginae and is one of several species in the Cephalochrysa, a group characterized by distinctive . The species is known from the United States, though specific details about its and remain poorly documented in published literature. Soldier flies in this family are generally associated with moist or aquatic , with larvae typically developing in decaying organic matter.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cephalochrysa similis: /ˌkɛfəloʊˈkraɪsə ˈsɪmɪlɪs/
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Distribution
United States.
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Taxonomic Notes
The Cephalochrysa belongs to the Sarginae within Stratiomyidae. The specific epithet 'similis' suggests this was described as similar to another species, though the original description by James (1936) would need to be consulted to confirm the basis for this comparison.
Data Limitations
This is extremely poorly represented in biodiversity databases, with only 5 observations recorded on iNaturalist and minimal published information beyond its original description and basic taxonomic placement. No peer-reviewed studies specifically addressing its , , or have been identified.