Suffomyia

Suffomyia is a genus of flies belonging to the family Heleomyzidae (also known as the slime-flies or dung flies). These flies are typically small to medium in size and often yellowish or brownish in coloration. They are found in various parts of the world, including Europe and North America.

Flies of the genus Suffomyia are often associated with decaying organic matter, such as fungi, dung, and carrion, where their larvae develop. The precise ecological roles of specific Suffomyia species can vary, and further research is often needed to fully understand their life histories and interactions with their environments.

The genus is characterized by certain morphological features that differentiate it from other genera within the Heleomyzidae family. Identification to the species level often requires examination of microscopic details of the flies' anatomy, particularly the structures of their wings and genitalia.