Moth-flies
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Clytocerus
Clytocerus is a genus of moth flies in the family Psychodidae, established by Eaton in 1904. The genus contains at least three described species: C. americanus, C. ocellaris, and C. tetracorniculatus. Records indicate presence in Europe and Southern Africa, with confirmed distribution records from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.
Eurygarka
moth-flies
Eurygarka is a genus of moth-flies (Diptera: Psychodidae) containing three Nearctic species. The genus was established by Quate in 1959 and includes E. helicis (Dyar) and two recently described species from the southeastern United States: E. cyphostylus and E. nelderi. Adults of both sexes are known for all three species.
Maruina
Maruina is a genus of moth flies (Psychodidae) containing approximately 39 described species. The genus is unique among Psychodidae in being strictly aquatic, with larvae and pupae specially adapted for life in flowing water. It is restricted to the Western Hemisphere, with the majority of species occurring in the Neotropical region. The genus is divided into two subgenera: Aculcina and Maruina.
Nemopalpus
Nemopalpus is a genus of moth flies in the family Psychodidae, subfamily Bruchomyiinae. The genus was established by Macquart in 1838, with the original spelling 'Nemapalpus' corrected to 'Nemopalpus' in 1839. Recent taxonomic revisions in 2018 transferred several previously included species to the genera Alexanderia, Boreofairchildia, Laurenceomyia, and Notofairchildia. The genus currently contains ten recognized species distributed primarily in the Southern Hemisphere.
Paramormia
Paramormia is a genus of moth flies (Psychodidae) established by Enderlein in 1935. The genus contains at least 13 described species distributed across Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America. Species-level taxonomy has been revised multiple times, with several species described by Krek (1971, 1972), Vaillant (1972, 1973), and Ježek (2004).
Pericoma
moth flies
Pericoma is a genus of moth flies (family Psychodidae) comprising approximately 159–190 recognized species arranged in four subgenera. The genus has a nearly cosmopolitan distribution, with records from Europe, North America, and South America. Species within Pericoma are small, hairy flies characteristic of the Psychodidae family. The genus was established by Haliday in 1856 and remains taxonomically active with ongoing species descriptions.
Platyplastinx
Platyplastinx is a genus of moth flies in the family Psychodidae, established by Enderlein in 1937. The genus is poorly documented in the scientific literature, with only 11 observations recorded on iNaturalist. Members of this genus belong to the diverse group of Psychodidae, commonly known as drain flies or moth flies due to their hairy wings and bodies. Specific ecological and biological details for Platyplastinx remain largely unstudied.
Psychoda
moth fly, drain fly, filter fly
Psychoda is a large genus of moth flies (family Psychodidae) containing over 400 described species. These tiny, moth-like flies are characterized by their dense body hair, broad wings held roof-like over the body, and long antennae. They are commonly associated with moist, decaying organic matter and are frequently encountered in sewage systems, drains, and bathrooms where they can become nuisance pests. The genus has worldwide distribution with records from North America, Europe, the Middle East, and South America.
Psychodidae
Moth flies, Drain flies, Sink flies, Filter flies, Sewer gnats, Sand flies
Psychodidae is a large family of true flies comprising over 2,600 described species worldwide, with highest diversity in humid tropical regions. Members exhibit distinctive short, hairy bodies and wings that create a moth-like appearance. The family encompasses two ecologically divergent groups: non-biting moth flies that inhabit moist, decaying organic matter and plumbing systems, and blood-feeding sand flies (subfamily Phlebotominae) that serve as disease vectors.
Quatiella
Quatiella is a genus of moth flies (Psychodidae) established in 1970. The genus is placed within the diverse family of moth flies, characterized by their hairy bodies and broad, hairy wings. Members of this genus are small, delicate flies that inhabit moist environments. The genus has accumulated over 2,200 observations on iNaturalist, indicating moderate documentation in citizen science records.
Setomima
Setomima is a genus of moth flies (Psychodidae) described by Enderlein in 1937. It belongs to the tribe Brunettiini within the subfamily Psychodinae. The genus is characterized by specific wing venation patterns and setal arrangements that distinguish it from related psychodid genera. Species in this genus are small, delicate flies with hairy bodies and wings, typical of the family Psychodidae.
Thornburghiella
Thornburghiella is a genus of moth flies in the family Psychodidae, established by Vaillant in 1982. It belongs to the tribe Pericomini and is characterized by specific morphological traits that distinguish it from related genera. The genus contains relatively few described species and is poorly represented in biological collections.