Notopeza, a new genus of Platypezidae (Diptera) from Chile

Chandler Peter J.
Acta Entomologica Musei Nationalis Pragae 64(1): 107-112, 2024
Published online: 14th July 2024
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Abstract: A new genus Notopeza gen. nov. is proposed for Platypeza brunnescens Collin, 1931. This species was originally described from a single female. The male is newly described and diagnostic features are illustrated. The new genus is diagnosed and its relationships are discussed.
Key words: Diptera, Platypezidae, Platypezinae, Notopeza, Platypeza, description, new genus, Chilean Region
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