Tipula (Vestiplex) pseudocoxitalis sp. nov., a new crane fly (Diptera, Tipulidae) from southwestern China

Zootaxa 2026 Open access

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Authors: Pavel Starkevich, Qiu-Lei Men, Sigitas Podėnas
DOI: 10.11646/zootaxa.5741.3.7
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Abstract

A new crane fly species, Tipula (Vestiplex) pseudocoxitalis sp. nov., is described and illustrated based on material collected in Chongqing, China. An identification key is provided to distinguish males of the new species from other members of the T. (V.) coxitalis Alexander, 1935 species group.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Diptera species taxonomy and behavior Vector-Borne Animal Diseases Fossil Insects in Amber

Publication details

Journal / source
Zootaxa
Volume
5741
Issue
3
Pages
557–566
Publication date
6 January 2026
Language
EN