Limonia domestica
Osten Sacken, 1859
Limonia domestica is a of limoniid crane fly in the Limoniidae. It is a member of the order Diptera, characterized by the single pair of functional wings typical of true flies. The species was described by Osten Sacken in 1859. As a crane fly, it belongs to a group commonly known for their elongated legs and slender bodies.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Limonia domestica: //lɪˈmoʊniə dəˈmɛstɪkə//
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Sources and further reading
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- GBIF taxonomy match
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