Laphystia opaca
Coquillett, 1904
Laphystia opaca is a of robber fly ( Asilidae) described by Coquillett in 1904. As a member of the Asilidae, it is a predatory fly that captures other insects in . The Laphystia belongs to the diverse of robber flies, though specific ecological details for this particular species remain poorly documented in available sources.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Laphystia opaca: /læˈfɪstiə oʊˈpɑːkə/
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Taxonomic placement
Laphystia opaca is classified in the Asilidae (robber flies), a large and diverse family of predatory flies within the order Diptera. The Laphystia is one of many genera within this family, which is characterized by their predatory habits and distinctive including a concave facial region between the and strong, spiny legs adapted for capturing prey.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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