Scenopinus jerei, a new species of window fly (Diptera, Scenopinidae) from Finland

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:2021
Authors:Pohjoismäki, J., Haarto A.
Journal:ZooKeys
Volume:1059
Pagination:135-156
Date Published:Sep-10-2021
ISSN:1313-2970, 1313-2989
Keywords:DNA barcoding, synonyms, taxonomy
Abstract:

A new species of window fly (Diptera: Scenopinidae), Scenopinus jerei sp. nov., with characteristic bicoloured legs and completely black halteres, is described from Finland. To exclude potential previously named species, a survey of the relevant type specimens as well as original descriptions of the Palearctic and Nearctic Scenopinus species has been conducted, including old Scenopinus fenestralis (Linnaeus) synonyms. Scenopinus jerei sp. nov. is likely to be an overlooked, boreal forest specialist living in the nests of cavity-nesting birds. An identification key to the European species is provided.

URL:http://dx.doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.1059.70085
DOI:10.3897/zookeys.1059.70085
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