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Austrotephritis drewi is a species of fruit fly within the family Tephritidae. Based on examination of preserved specimens, the species exhibits characteristic tephritid morphology, including a distinct wing pattern typical of the genus. The wings display complex, dark pigmentation patterns against a lighter background, which are diagnostic for identification. The body structure is consistent with other members of the genus, featuring a robust thorax and abdomen.[1]
Austrotephritis drewi was described by D.L. Hancock in 2014.[2] The species is recognized as an accepted taxon within the genus Austrotephritis.