Wetland-fauna

Guides

  • Gymnomyzinae

    shore flies

    Gymnomyzinae is a subfamily of shore flies within the family Ephydridae. The subfamily comprises approximately seven genera and nine described species. Members are classified into five tribes: Discocerinini, Gastropini, Gymnomyzini, Hecamedini, and Lipochaetini, plus the unplaced tribe Ochtherini. The genus Ochthera, with approximately 37 described species, is the most species-rich and well-known group within this subfamily.

  • Hydrelliinae

    Hydrelliinae is a subfamily of shore flies within the family Ephydridae, comprising approximately 10 genera and at least 130 described species. These small flies are primarily associated with aquatic and semi-aquatic environments. The subfamily is distinguished by ecological and morphological traits that separate it from other ephydrid groups. Members are found across multiple continents with varying habitat preferences.

  • Misumessus tamiami

    Misumessus tamiami is a species of crab spider in the family Thomisidae, described by Edwards in 2017. It belongs to a genus of spiders known for their ambush predation strategy and crab-like leg positioning. The species name references the Tamiami Trail region of southern Florida, indicating its geographic association with this area.