Nevadasilus blantoni
Nevadasilus blantoni is a of robber fly ( Asilidae) in the Nevadasilus. It is a predatory dipteran to the western United States, specifically associated with Nevada and surrounding arid regions. The species is named in honor of entomologist John Blanton. As with other Asilidae, it is presumed to be an aerial of other insects, though detailed studies of its remain limited.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Nevadasilus blantoni: //nɛˈvɑː.də.sɪl.əs blænˈtoʊ.naɪ//
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Distribution
to the western United States, with records primarily from Nevada.