Revision of the South American window fly genus Heteromphrale Kröber, 1937 (Diptera, Scenopinidae)
2011
Revision of the South American window fly genus Heteromphrale
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Shaun L. Winterton, Stephen D. Gaimari
Primary Institution: California State Collection of Arthropods, Plant Pest Diagnostics Center, California Department of Food & Agriculture
Conclusion
The study describes and revises the genus Heteromphrale, including the redescription of two species and the description of a new species from Argentina.
Supporting Evidence
- The male of Heteromphrale chilensis and female of Heteromphrale cyanops are described for the first time.
- A new species, Heteromphrale blanca sp. n., is described from Argentina.
- A key to species is presented.
Takeaway
Scientists studied a group of tiny flies called Heteromphrale and found new details about them, including a new type of fly that lives in Argentina.
Methodology
Genitalia were macerated in 10% KOH, rinsed, dissected in ethanol, and prepared for imaging.
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