Proctacanthus brevipennis
(Wiedemann, 1828)
Proctacanthus brevipennis is a of robber fly in the Asilidae, characterized by the name meaning 'spiny butt' in reference to abdominal features. The specific epithet 'brevipennis' refers to short wings. Like other members of Proctacanthus, it is presumed to be a large, predatory fly with a prominent mystax (beard).
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Proctacanthus brevipennis: /prɒkˈtɑːkænθəs brɛvɪˈpɛnɪs/
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Etymology
The name Proctacanthus derives from Greek roots meaning 'spiny butt' or 'spiny rear', referring to morphological features of the . The specific epithet brevipennis means 'short-winged' in Latin.
Taxonomic note
This was described by Wiedemann in 1828. The Proctacanthus belongs to the Asilinae within the robber fly Asilidae.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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