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Scatellini
Scatellini is a tribe of small shore flies in the family Ephydridae. Members are characterized by their association with aquatic or semi-aquatic habitats, often found near the margins of water bodies. The tribe includes the genus Scatella, which is the most speciose and well-known group within this lineage. Scatellini flies are generally small, dark-colored, and possess distinctive wing patterns that aid in identification.