Key Identification Features
- A distinct orange to red marking is visible on the underside of the second abdominal segment.
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🦋 Identification Guide
How to Identify Mydidae
Mydidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Diptera, class Insecta. The family contains 9 accepted species worldwide.
Representative Mydidae Species
Mydas xanthopterus (Loew, 1866)
Mydas xanthopterus (Loew, 1866)
Mydas xanthopterus is a North American mydas fly species that may be a Batesian …
Mydas tibialis Wiedemann, 1828
Mydas tibialis Wiedemann, 1828
Mydas tibialis, the golden legged mydas fly, is a Mydidae species found in North…
Mydas clavatus (Drury, 1773)
Mydas clavatus (Drury, 1773)
Mydas clavatus is a large black fly that mimics stinging insects, found across m…
Gauromydas heros (Perty, 1833)
Gauromydas heros (Perty, 1833)
Gauromydas heros is the largest known fly, with Neotropical distribution across …
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Mydidae?
Mydidae animals belong to the Diptera order in the Animalia kingdom. A distinct orange to red marking is visible on the underside of the second abdominal segment. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Mydidae?
Mydidae is classified in the order Diptera, class Insecta, phylum Arthropoda. The family contains 9 accepted species worldwide.
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