Sargus fasciatus
Fabricius, 1805
Sargus fasciatus is a of soldier fly in the Stratiomyidae. It was described by Fabricius in 1805. Soldier flies in this family are generally known for their -like or -like appearance, often serving as and decomposers in various . The Sargus contains multiple species, many of which share similar morphological characteristics.



Pronunciation
How to pronounce Sargus fasciatus: /ˈsar.ɡʊs fasˈki.a.tus/
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
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- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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