Recharacterization of Rhynchoheterotricha Freeman (Diptera, Sciaroidea), with description of R. chandleri sp. n. from South Africa

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:2006
Authors:Hippa, H., Vilkamaa P.
Journal:Zootaxa
Volume:1167
Pagination:61-68
Date Published:6/04/2006
Keywords:Rhynchoheterotricha Freeman 1960 ( Sciaridae ) : Nomenclature; Recharacterization; p. 62; First time described; Female; p. 67; Rhynchoheterotricha chandleri ( Sciaridae ) : Sp nov; South Africa; P. 63; Sciaridae : Nematocera; Diptera; Insecta
Abstract:

Rhynchoheterotricha chandleri sp. n. is described from South Africa. It differs from the earlier known R. stuckenbergae Freeman by having a setose wing membrane and a proboscis that is only about half the height of the head rather than about three times as long as the head. Through a detailed morphological analysis, the genus is recharacterized. The previously unknown female morphology is presented.

URL:http://www.online-keys.net/sciaroidea/2000_/Hippa_&_Wilkamaa_2006_Rhynchoheterotrichia_n_sp.pdf
Taxonomy checked: 
Yes
TDWG distribution: 
Yes
Specimens imported: 
No
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