Tipulogaster glabrata
(Wiedemann, 1828)
Shellac-backed Pixie
Tipulogaster glabrata is a of robber fly in the Asilidae, commonly known as the -backed Pixie. The species is characterized by its distinctive appearance and predatory typical of robber flies. It has been recorded in the northeastern United States, including Vermont.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Tipulogaster glabrata: /tɪˌpjuːloʊˈɡæstər ɡləˈbreɪtə/
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Distribution
Recorded from Vermont and other locations in the United States. GBIF distribution records indicate presence in the US, with specific records from Vermont-US.
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Taxonomic Status
The was described by Wiedemann in 1828. It is currently accepted as a valid species in the Tipulogaster within the Asilidae.
Observation Records
As of the latest data, there are 294 iNaturalist observations for this , indicating it is not uncommon in its range and has attracted attention from naturalists.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
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