Proctacanthella
Bromley, 1934
Species Guides
6Proctacanthella is a of robber flies ( Asilidae) comprising approximately eight described . The genus was established by Bromley in 1934. Species within this genus are predatory, with documented prey recognition in at least one species.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Proctacanthella: //ˌprɒk.tə.kænˈθɛl.lə//
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Behavior
Prey recognition has been documented in Proctacanthella leucopogon, indicating active hunting and prey selection strategies.
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Species Count
Approximately eight described are recognized in this , including P. cacopiloga, P. exquisita, P. leucopogon, P. robusta, P. taina, P. tolandi, P. wilcoxi, and P. willistoni.