Holopogon umbrinus
Back, 1909
Holopogon umbrinus is a of robber fly ( Asilidae) described by Back in 1909. It is classified within the Brachyrhopalinae and the Holopogon, which comprises small to medium-sized predatory flies. The species epithet 'umbrinus' (meaning 'shadowy' or 'dusky' in Latin) likely refers to its coloration. Like other asilids, it is presumed to be an aerial of other insects, though specific natural history details remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Holopogon umbrinus: //hɒˈlɒpəɡən ʌmˈbraɪnəs//
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