Senopterina caerulescens
Loew, 1873
signal fly
Senopterina caerulescens is a of signal fly in the Platystomatidae, first described by Loew in 1873. Signal flies are named for their distinctive wing movements used in . The species is part of a diverse family of true flies known for elaborate behavioral displays and often striking coloration.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Senopterina caerulescens: /ˌsɛnɒptəˈraɪnə səˌruːˈlɛskɛnz/
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Behavior
Signal flies in the Platystomatidae are known for characteristic wing-waving displays during courtship, from which their derives.