Brevimyia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Brevimyia |
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Brachycera
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Asilomorpha
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Empidoidea
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Dolichopodidae
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Sympycninae
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Brevimyia
Miller, 1945
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B. pulverea
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| Brevimyia pulverea (Parent, 1933)
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Brevimyia is a special type of fly that lives in New Zealand. It belongs to a family of flies called Dolichopodidae. These flies are often called "long-legged flies" because of their slender bodies and long legs. There is only one known species in the Brevimyia group, and it's called Brevimyia pulverea.
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About Brevimyia Flies
Brevimyia pulverea is a tiny insect. It is part of the large group of animals called Arthropods. Flies like Brevimyia are important parts of their ecosystems. They often help control other insect populations. They can also be food for other animals.
Where Do They Live?
This particular fly species is found only in New Zealand. This means it is an endemic species. Endemic species live only in one specific place in the world. New Zealand is home to many unique plants and animals.
How Did It Get Its Name?
The story of Brevimyia's name is quite interesting.
Original Name
In 1933, a scientist named Octave Parent first described this fly. He gave it the name Brachymyia. Scientists often name new species after their features or in honor of other scientists.
A Name Change
Later, in 1945, another scientist named David Miller discovered something important. The name Brachymyia had already been used. It was used for a different insect back in 1882. To avoid confusion, Miller had to give the fly a new name. He renamed it Brevimyia. This is why the fly has two names in its history.
