Saltmarsh flies of the genus Scorpiurus Parent from New Zealand (Insecta: Diptera: Dolichopodidae)

2017/09/27 by Kazuhiro Masunaga · 2 citations
Agricultural and Biological Sciences · #Diptera species taxonomy and behavior #Insect behavior and control techniques #Fossil Insects in Amber

paper · doi:10.11646/zootaxa.4324.3.11

openalex publication_date 2017/09/27 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/05/21

Abstract

The saltmarsh-inhabiting fly genus Scorpiurus Parent, 1933 is revised. Contrary to the consensus of previous literature, it seems to be endemic to New Zealand. Two species are recognized: Scorpiurus thorpei sp. nov. described herein, and its previously known congener, S. aenescens Parent, 1933, which is redescribed.

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• Scorpiurus aramoana (Diptera: Dolichopodidae), a new species from New Zealand
• Scorpiurus (fly) [wikipedia]

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