How to Identify Diopsidae
Diopsidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Diptera, class Insecta. The family contains 2 accepted species worldwide.
Representative Diopsidae Species
Sphyracephala brevicornis (Say, 1817)
Sphyracephala brevicornis (Say, 1817)
Sphyracephala brevicornis is a stalk-eyed fly species commonly called the short-…
Teleopsis sykesii (Westwood, 1835)
Teleopsis sykesii (Westwood, 1835)
Teleopsis sykesii is a stalk-eyed fly species, the type of genus Teleopsis in Di…
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Diopsidae?
Diopsidae animals belong to the Diptera order in the Animalia kingdom. Browse the 2 species gallery above for visual identification references. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Diopsidae?
Diopsidae is classified in the order Diptera, class Insecta, phylum Arthropoda. The family contains 2 accepted species worldwide.
Sources: GBIF, iNaturalist, Wikipedia · Disclaimer
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