Stalk-eyed flies
Scientific name: Diopsidae
Stalk-eyed flies
Scientific name: Diopsidae
Description
In Diopsidae, the length of the male's eyestalks is a significant factor in mate selection, where longer stalks are often preferred. This may sound optimal, but these elongated appendices are not without their drawbacks. They increase susceptibility to predation and can be a physical burden. Thus, the Diopsidae’s eyestalks illustrate a striking balance between evolutionary advantage in reproduction and survival challenges.
Species of Stalk-eyed flies
Scientific Classification
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