Erioptera chlorophylla
Osten Sacken, 1860
Erioptera chlorophylla is a of limoniid crane fly first described by Osten Sacken in 1860. It belongs to the Limoniidae, a large group of small to medium-sized crane flies often characterized by reduced wing venation. The species is widely distributed across eastern North America, with numerous observations recorded in Canada and the United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Erioptera chlorophylla: /ˌɛriˈɒptərə ˌklɔrəˈfɪlə/
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Distribution
Eastern North America, including Canada (Ontario to Nova Scotia) and the United States (Minnesota south to Tennessee and Florida). Records indicate presence throughout the Nearctic region in this range.
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Taxonomic Authority
First described by Carl Robert Osten Sacken in 1860, a prominent dipterist who made substantial contributions to the of crane flies and other Diptera.
Observation Frequency
As of source date, iNaturalist records 1,825 observations, indicating this is a relatively frequently encountered within its range, likely due to its broad distribution and .