Efferia cressoni

(Hine, 1919)

Efferia cressoni is a of robber fly in the Asilidae, originally described by Hine in 1919. The species belongs to a large and diverse of predatory flies found primarily in the Americas. Robber flies in the genus Efferia are known for their robust build, strong flying ability, and predatory . The specific epithet honors Cresson, likely referring to the entomologist Ezra Townsend Cresson.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Efferia cressoni: /ˈɛf.ɛɹ.i.ə ˈkɹɛs.ə.naɪ/

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Distribution

Efferia cressoni has been recorded from North America. The type locality and precise geographic range require further verification from original literature.

Similar Taxa

  • EfferiaOther in the Efferia share similar general and require careful examination of genitalia and other fine structural details for definitive identification.

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