Cyrtopogon jemezi
Wilcox & Martin, 1936
Cyrtopogon jemezi is a of robber fly in the Asilidae, first described by Wilcox & Martin in 1936. The Cyrtopogon comprises predatory flies that typically hunt from perches on vegetation or ground. This species is part of a diverse group of asilids found in North American arid and semi-arid regions. Specific biological details for C. jemezi remain poorly documented in published literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cyrtopogon jemezi: //ˌsɪrtəˈpoʊɡɒn ˈhɛmɛzi//
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Identification
Members of Cyrtopogon can be distinguished from other Asilidae by their characteristic body shape and leg structure, though -level identification requires examination of male terminalia and other fine morphological details. C. jemezi was described from the Jemez Mountains region of New Mexico, and geographic provenance may assist in distinguishing it from . Accurate identification to species level typically requires examination or reference to the original species description.
Distribution
The is known from the southwestern United States. The type locality is in the Jemez Mountains of New Mexico, as indicated by the specific epithet. Additional occurrence records are sparse, with limited documentation in public databases.
Ecological Role
As a member of the Asilidae, this functions as an aerial of other insects. Robber flies in this typically occupy mid-level trophic positions in terrestrial , capturing prey in or from perches.
Similar Taxa
- Cyrtopogon willistoniAnother Cyrtopogon found in similar western North American ; distinguished by specific morphological details and geographic range
- Other Cyrtopogon species share general body plan and predatory habits; require detailed morphological examination for reliable separation
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Taxonomic note
The specific epithet 'jemezi' refers to the Jemez Mountains of New Mexico, the type locality for this .