Dicranus jaliscoensis
Williston, 1901
Dicranus jaliscoensis is a of robber fly in the Asilidae, described by Williston in 1901. The species is known from Mexico, with records primarily from the state of Jalisco. Like other Asilidae, it is presumed to be a predatory insect, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dicranus jaliscoensis: //dɪˈkrænəs ˌhɑːliːskoʊˈɛnsɪs//
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Distribution
Known from Mexico, with type locality in Jalisco state. iNaturalist records indicate presence in central Mexican regions including Jalisco and surrounding areas.
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Taxonomic note
Dicranus is a small of Asilidae. D. jaliscoensis is one of few described in the genus, with limited subsequent taxonomic study since its original description.
Data limitations
This is represented by only 14 iNaturalist observations and minimal published literature. Most biological aspects remain undocumented.