Efferia pogonias
(Wiedemann, 1821)
Yellow-bearded Hammertail
Efferia pogonias is a of robber fly in the Asilidae, commonly known as the yellow-bearded hammertail. It is to the eastern United States, where it occurs from Maine to Georgia and westward to Minnesota and Texas. The species prefers open, dry including sandy inland locations. are active from May to October with peak activity in September and October. Females oviposit in soil.
Pronunciation
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Habitat
Open and dry conditions, including sandy locations inland.
Distribution
Eastern United States: Maine to Georgia in the east, westward at least to Minnesota and Texas. Records from Florida may not be valid.
Seasonality
Active from May to October; activity peaks in fall, especially September.
Life Cycle
Females lay in soil.
Behavior
Ambush that lies still on soil or low vegetation before sallying out to capture prey.