Heteropogon maculinervis
James, 1937
Heteropogon maculinervis is a of robber fly in the Asilidae, described by James in 1937. The Heteropogon comprises small to medium-sized predatory flies known for their distinctive courtship . As with other asilids, are aerial that capture other insects in . The species name 'maculinervis' refers to spotted or marked wing .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Heteropogon maculinervis: //ˌhɛtɛroʊˈpoʊɡɒn ˌmækjʊlɪˈnɜrvɪs//
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Identification
May be distinguished from by wing venation patterns, specifically the spotted or marked indicated by the epithet. Males possess ornamental setae on the front used in . Small to medium-sized robber fly with typical asilid features including a concave facial profile between the , stout , and legs adapted for capturing prey.
Distribution
United States. Specific range details beyond the U.S. are not documented in available sources.
Ecological Role
function as aerial of other insects, contributing to regulation of insect . Specific prey records and ecological impacts for this are not documented.
Similar Taxa
- Heteropogon macerinusCongeneric with similar and ; both exhibit elaborate aerial with males using ornamented front to stroke female during hovering approach. H. macerinus has been more frequently observed and documented, particularly in forest edge of the eastern United States.