Laphria scorpio
McAtee, 1919
Scorpion Laphria
A of robber fly in the Asilidae, described by McAtee in 1919. Little is documented about this specific species beyond its taxonomic placement. The Laphria includes species known for effective mimicry of bumble bees and other hymenopterans.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Laphria scorpio: //ˈlæf.ri.ə ˈskɔr.pi.oʊ//
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Similar Taxa
- Laphria spp.Other in the share mimicry and general body plan; specific distinguishing features for L. scorpio are not documented in available sources.
- Mallophora spp.Also effective mimics; can be distinguished by thinner terminal antennal segment (Laphria has thick ).