Melieria ochricornis

(Loew, 1873)

Melieria ochricornis is a of picture-winged fly in the Ulidiidae, first described by Loew in 1873. The Melieria comprises small to medium-sized flies characterized by patterned wings. Records of this species are sparse, with limited observational data available.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Melieria ochricornis: //mɛlˈiː.ɛr.i.ə oʊkɪrˈkɔːrnɪs//

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Nomenclature

The epithet 'ochricornis' derives from Greek roots: 'ochros' (ochre, yellowish-brown) and 'cornis' (horn), likely referring to the coloration of the or other appendages.

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