Neoitamus
Osten Sacken, 1878
Bentbristles
Species Guides
3- Neoitamus coquillettii
- Neoitamus flavofemoratus(Yellow-thighed Bentbristle)
- Neoitamus orphne(Dark Bentbristle)
Neoitamus is a of robber flies ( Asilidae) comprising at least 60 described . The genus has a worldwide distribution with notable presence in Europe, Asia, and North America. Species within this genus are predatory insects that hunt other insects. The common awl robberfly, Neoitamus cyanurus, has been subject to sequencing, revealing a 365.5 Mb -level assembly.
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Habitat
Forest ; found on foliage of lower tree branches and tree trunks during summer. Neoitamus cyanurus has been detected in soil during winter, suggesting seasonal shifts in microhabitat use.
Distribution
Worldwide distribution with records from Europe (UK, Denmark, Norway, Sweden), Iran, Turkey, Japan, and North America (Vermont, US).
Seasonality
Peak activity in June and July. Neoitamus angusticornis has been observed feeding around sunset.
Diet
Predatory; feeds on various insect including , parasitic , and other flies.
Behavior
Uses extended bristly legs for . Exhibits seasonal preferences in composition.
Ecological Role
of various insects.