First record of Loewinella Hermann, 1912 (Diptera: Asilidae: Laphriinae) from India, with the description of a new species

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Authors: GIREESH P. KAVYA, C. Bijoy, Gigi Poulose, Chris M. Cohen
DOI: 10.11646/zootaxa.5741.3.9
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Abstract

A new species of Loewinella Hermann, 1912, Loewinella kalasamalaensis sp. nov., is described from India, representing the first record of this genus from India and the second record from the Oriental region. The new species is illustrated and an updated identification key for the species is provided. The ecology and distribution of the genus is also briefly discussed.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Diptera species taxonomy and behavior Fossil Insects in Amber Lepidoptera: Biology and Taxonomy

Publication details

Journal / source
Zootaxa
Volume
5741
Issue
3
Pages
582–594
Publication date
6 January 2026
Language
EN