New genera of philopotine spider flies (Diptera, Acroceridae) with a key to living and fossil genera
2011
New Genera of Spider Flies
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Jéssica P. Gillung, Shaun L. Winterton
Primary Institution: Universidade de São Paulo, Departamento de Zoologia, Instituto de Biociências, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
Hypothesis
Why does the newly described species Halocoryza whiteheadiana not fit the profile of other species in its genus?
Conclusion
A new species of spider fly was identified that does not conform to the characteristics of previously known species.
Supporting Evidence
- A new species, Halocoryza whiteheadiana, was described from Isla Carmen, Mexico.
- The study provides a key to identify living and fossil genera of Philopotinae.
- Two new genera, Quasi and Schlingeriella, were established based on morphological differences.
Takeaway
Scientists found a new type of spider fly that looks different from its relatives, and they want to study why that is.
Methodology
The study involved collecting specimens and using morphological and molecular analyses to describe new genera and species.
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