Psilini

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Psilini is a tribe of true flies in the Psilidae (order Diptera). Members are characterized by distinctive wing venation and body form within the Psilidae. The tribe includes such as Psila and related . Some are associated with plant stems and roots as larvae.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Psilini: /ˈpsaɪ.lɪ.naɪ/

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Identification

Psilini can be distinguished from other psilid tribes by wing venation patterns, including characteristic branching of the R4+5 and reduced crossveins. Members typically have elongated bodies with relatively long legs compared to body size. Antennal structure and chaetotaxy (bristle arrangement) differ from related tribes in Psilinae.

Similar Taxa

  • ChyliziniAnother tribe in Psilidae; differs in wing venation with more complete crossvein development and generally more robust body form
  • LoxoceriniTribe in Psilidae with distinctively different and antennal proportions

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