Laphystia rufiventris
Curran, 1931
Laphystia rufiventris is a of in the , described by Charles Howard Curran in 1931. The specific epithet "rufiventris" refers to the reddish coloration of the . The Laphystia belongs to the Laphriinae, a group of robber flies characterized by their predatory habits and distinctive morphological features. As with other asilids, this species is presumed to be an active aerial of other .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Laphystia rufiventris: /læˈfɪstiə ruːfɪˈvɛntrɪs/
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Similar Taxa
- LaphystiaOther within the Laphystia share similar body plans and predatory habits, though specific distinguishing features for L. rufiventris are not documented in available sources.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- Catalogue of Life
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