Teucholabis immaculata
Alexander, 1922
Teucholabis immaculata is a of crane fly in the Limoniidae, described by Alexander in 1922. It belongs to a of small, delicate flies commonly found in moist terrestrial . The species is part of the diverse Nearctic crane fly fauna, with records indicating presence across the eastern and central United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Teucholabis immaculata: /tjuːkɔːˈlæbɪs ˌɪməkjʊˈleɪtə/
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Identification
Teucholabis are small limoniid crane flies with relatively short wings and reduced wing venation compared to larger crane flies. The specific epithet "immaculata" (meaning "unspotted") likely refers to the absence of wing markings or body patterning that characterizes some . Positive identification requires examination of male genitalia and detailed wing venation patterns.
Distribution
Eastern and central United States, recorded from Indiana and Virginia south to Kansas, Arkansas, Tennessee, and Georgia.
Similar Taxa
- Teucholabis speciesOther members of the share similar small size and general body plan; differentiation requires examination of specific morphological characters including wing venation and male terminalia.