Stiletto fly names and metadata

Recently the number of accurate identifications from resident experts on Therevidae has begun to increase greatly. This is fantastic. Thanks to Chris Lambkin, Martin Hauser, Alberto Narro and Kevin Holston, to name a few, who have lent their expertise on this family of flies to put some authoritative species-level names on observations. The metadata on these records is amazing, with 'what', 'when' and 'where' data points allowing for the potential for important information in phenology and distribution of Therevidae species world-wide. The map is filling in nicely, especially for three genera (Anabarhynchus, Thereva and Ozodiceromyia). These are three of the five, most species-rich genera in the family and also the most encountered by far, especially in habitats where humans would encounter them (disturbed habitats like suburban areas in particular).This itself suggests something about these genera which is not found in other species-rich genera like Parapsilocpehala and Acraspisa, which are not encountered in any way close to the same level.
As more observations are uploaded and they are authoritatively identified, we will see even more patterns emerging, providing even more insights into the biology of this family. Also, given the number of new records, such as previously unknown sexes, and even undescribed species and genera being found for the first time, there is plenty more basic science to discover using this platform.

Please encourage others to join this project and contribute.

Posted on 14 de agosto de 2020, 09:35 PM by shaun-winterton shaun-winterton

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Interesting news. I have no idea about Stiletto flies, but it made me go have a look and read about them. Thanks!

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