The life cycle of Compsobata univitta (Walker, 1849) is described. Larvae are saprophagous, feeding on moist, decomposing vegetation. Data on the habitat, distribution, phenology, behavior, and feeding habits are presented. Morphological features of the egg, three larval instars, and puparium are figured and described.
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15 December 2015
Biology and Immature Stages of Compsobata univitta (Walker, 1849) (Diptera: Micropezidae: Calobatinae)
Jeffrey K. Barnes
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Brachycera
Insecta
saprophagy
stilt-legged flies