Neoitamus orphne
(Walker, 1849)
Dark Bentbristle
Neoitamus orphne is a of robber fly in the Asilidae, commonly known as the Dark Bentbristle. It belongs to a of predatory flies characterized by their robust build and predatory . The species has been documented in North America, particularly in the northeastern United States.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Neoitamus orphne: /ne.oˈi.ta.mus ˈɔr.phne/
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Distribution
Documented from Vermont and other parts of the United States.
Ecological Role
Predatory fly, likely functioning as an aerial of other insects typical of Asilidae.
Similar Taxa
- Neoitamus cothurnatusCongeneric in the same , potentially overlapping in range and requiring careful examination of morphological details for separation.
- Other Neoitamus speciesMembers of this share general body plan and predatory habits; -level identification requires examination of specific bristle patterns and genitalia.