This page represents the following TreeOfLife-200M taxonomic path.[1]
Austrosciapus tumidus is a member of the family Dolichopodidae, commonly known as long-legged flies. Observations of the species in the TreeOfLife-200M dataset reveal characteristic features of this group, including slender, elongated legs and a metallic, often iridescent body coloration.[1] The wings are typically clear or lightly patterned, and the eyes are prominent, occupying a significant portion of the head.[1]