Trichopeza longicornis
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Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Trichopeza longicornis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized wetland environments. Agricultural expansion and urban development have reduced the availability of suitable marshy areas and stream margins where this dance fly species breeds and feeds. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and industrial discharge further compromises the aquatic ecosystems essential for its larval development.
Habitat
This dance fly species inhabits wetland margins, particularly areas near slow-moving streams and marshy ground with abundant vegetation. It requires clean water sources for larval development and dense riparian vegetation that supports the small insects it preys upon as an adult.
