Laphystia ochreifrons
Curran, 1931
Laphystia ochreifrons is a of robber fly described by Charles Howard Curran in 1931. The species epithet 'ochreifrons' refers to the yellowish coloration of the (front of the ). As a member of the Asilidae , it is an aerial of other insects. The Laphystia is primarily distributed in the Neotropical region.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Laphystia ochreifrons: /læˈfɪstiə oʊˈkɛrɪˌfrɔnz/
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Identification
The ochre-colored distinguishes this from with darker or differently colored regions. Definitive identification requires comparison with and examination of male genitalia or other diagnostic features used in Laphystia . The species may be confused with other Laphystia species lacking distinctive frons coloration.
Appearance
Medium-sized robber fly with characteristic yellowish or ochre-colored , as indicated by the name. Body form typical of Laphystia with a somewhat slender build. Specific body coloration and patterning beyond the frons requires examination of or detailed descriptions.
Distribution
Neotropical region; specific country records require verification from specimen data. The Laphystia is predominantly South American.
Ecological Role
Similar Taxa
- Other Laphystia speciesSimilar body plan and general ; distinguished primarily by coloration and genitalic characters
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Etymology
The specific epithet 'ochreifrons' combines Latin 'ochreus' (ochre, yellowish-brown) with '' (forehead, front of ), directly describing the diagnostic coloration of this .