Promachus sackeni
Hine, 1911
Promachus sackeni is a of in the . The Promachus comprises large, conspicuous predatory commonly known as 'giant robber flies.' Like other members of this genus, P. sackeni is a formidable aerial capable of capturing substantial flying . The species was described by Hine in 1911.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Promachus sackeni: /prɔˈmɑː.kʰəs ˈsæk.ə.naɪ/
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Similar Taxa
- Promachus hineiBoth are 'tiger-striped' Promachus with and black abdominal striping; P. hinei has reddish
- Promachus rufipesAnother tiger-striped eastern ; distinguished from P. hinei by black rather than reddish
- Promachus vertebratusNorthern tiger-striped ; has smaller dark abdominal markings and less contrasting leg coloration than P. hinei