Atomosia glabrata
(Say, 1823)
Ringed Micropanther
Atomosia glabrata is a of robber fly in the Asilidae, commonly known as the Ringed Micropanther. It is found in the United States and shows a strong ecological association with recently burned prairie . Like other robber flies, it is a predatory insect that captures prey in .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Atomosia glabrata: /ˌætəˈmoʊʒə ˌɡlæˈbreɪtə/
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Habitat
Recently burned prairie .
Distribution
United States.
More Details
Habitat specificity
The is closely associated with recently burned prairie , suggesting a dependence on fire-maintained .
Observation rarity
As of available records, the has relatively few documented observations (10 observations on iNaturalist), indicating it may be uncommon, under-recorded, or genuinely rare.