Hypocharassus gladiator
Mik, 1878
Hypocharassus gladiator is a of long-legged fly in the Dolichopodidae, Hydrophorinae. The species was described by Mik in 1878. Dolichopodidae is a large family of small to medium-sized flies, commonly known as long-legged flies, characterized by their elongated legs and metallic coloration. Members of this family are predatory, primarily feeding on other small insects.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hypocharassus gladiator: //haɪp.oʊ.kəˈræs.əs ˈɡlæd.i.eɪ.tɔr//
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Distribution
United States
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Taxonomic Note
Authorship is sometimes cited as Mik, 1879 in some sources (e.g., Catalogue of Life), though GBIF lists Mik, 1878.