Neurothrips magnafemoralis
(Hinds, 1902)
Eastern Long-tailed Fungus Thrips
Neurothrips magnafemoralis is a of tube-tailed thrip in the Phlaeothripidae. It has been recorded from Central America, North America (including Florida), and Oceania. The species was described by Hinds in 1902. "Eastern Long-tailed Fungus " suggests association with fungi, though specific ecological relationships remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Neurothrips magnafemoralis: /nʊˌroʊˈθrɪps ˌmæɡnəˌfɛmɔːˈɹælɪs/
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Distribution
Recorded from Florida (USA), broader North America, Central America, and Oceania. Specific localities within these regions are poorly documented.
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Taxonomic note
The specific epithet 'magnafemoralis' (from Latin 'magna' = large, 'femoralis' = of the ) suggests enlarged hind femora, a trait common in jumping , though this has not been explicitly confirmed for this .
Data limitations
Despite being described in 1902, this remains poorly known. Only 24 observations are recorded on iNaturalist as of source date, indicating limited field documentation and biological study.