Melander-1920
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Anticheta melanosoma
Anticheta melanosoma is a species of marsh fly in the family Sciomyzidae, described by Melander in 1920. The genus Anticheta belongs to the tribe Tetanocerini, a group known for larvae that are predators or parasitoids of freshwater snails. The specific epithet "melanosoma" refers to the dark body coloration characteristic of this species. Records indicate this species occurs in the northeastern United States, particularly Vermont.
Chyliza erudita
Chyliza erudita is a species of rust fly in the family Psilidae, first described by Melander in 1920. It belongs to the genus Chyliza, a group of small flies commonly associated with plant stems and roots. The species is part of the subfamily Chylizinae within Psilidae. Limited specific ecological data are available for this species.
Psila atrata
Psila atrata is a species of rust fly in the family Psilidae, described by Melander in 1920. The genus Psila comprises small to medium-sized flies commonly associated with plant roots and decaying organic matter. Species in this family are generally poorly studied, and specific biological details for P. atrata remain largely undocumented in available literature. The species name 'atrata' refers to the dark or black coloration typical of this taxon.