Cyrtopogon infuscatus
Cole, 1919
Cyrtopogon infuscatus is a of ( ) described by Cole in 1919. The Cyrtopogon is a large and diverse group within the Asilidae, with species distributed across North America. Like other robber flies, members of this genus are predatory and typically hunt from perches. The specific epithet 'infuscatus' refers to a darkened or dusky coloration.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cyrtopogon infuscatus: //ˌsɪr.toʊˈpoʊ.ɡɒn ˌɪn.fʌsˈkeɪ.təs//
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Identification
-level identification within Cyrtopogon generally requires examination of male and other fine morphological details. The 'infuscatus' suggests darker coloration compared to some , but this trait alone is insufficient for definitive identification. Accurate determination typically requires reference to original description and comparison with .
Distribution
The precise distribution of C. infuscatus is not well-documented in the provided sources. The Cyrtopogon is broadly distributed across North America, with many occurring in western regions.
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Taxonomic note
Cyrtopogon infuscatus was described by Cole in 1919. The Cyrtopogon contains numerous , many of which are poorly known and difficult to identify without examination.
Data availability
This has minimal occurrence data in public repositories (2 observations in iNaturalist as of source date). Detailed biological information appears sparse in the accessible literature.