Holopogon guttulus
Wiedemann, 1821
Holopogon guttulus is a of robber fly (Asilidae) first described by Wiedemann in 1821. Robber flies in this are small to medium-sized predatory flies. The species has been documented in 67 iNaturalist observations, indicating it is encountered with moderate frequency by naturalists.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Holopogon guttulus: /hɔˈloʊpoʊɡən ˈɡʌtjʊləs/
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Taxonomic Note
The Holopogon is part of the diverse robber fly Asilidae, which contains over 7,000 described worldwide. The specific epithet 'guttulus' refers to small spots or dots, possibly describing markings on the body.