Cyrtopogon nitidus
Cole, 1924
Cyrtopogon nitidus is a of robber fly in the Asilidae, described by Cole in 1924. The Cyrtopogon comprises predatory flies commonly known as robber flies or assassin flies, characterized by their stout bodies, large , and predatory habits. As a member of this genus, C. nitidus likely shares the typical Cyrtopogon and ecological role as an aerial of other insects, though specific details about this particular species remain poorly documented in available sources.
Pronunciation
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Taxonomic Note
Cyrtopogon nitidus was described by Cole in 1924. The Cyrtopogon is part of the diverse robber fly Asilidae, which contains over 7,000 described worldwide. The specific epithet 'nitidus' (Latin for 'shining' or 'polished') may refer to a or lustrous appearance of the , though this interpretation is speculative without examination of type material.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- Catalogue of Life
- Bug Eric: The Bigger Picture
- Bug Eric: Blodgett Peak Bioblitz Report
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