Hybobathus
Enderlein, 1938
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1Hybobathus is a of hoverflies (Syrphidae) in the tribe Syrphini, to the Neotropical region. The genus was established by Enderlein in 1938 and later redefined when were transferred from the polyphyletic genus Ocyptamus. The genus contains approximately 28 described species, with most species described by mid-20th century dipterists including Curran, Hull, and Fluke. Species are distributed across Central and South America.
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How to pronounce Hybobathus: /haɪˈboʊbəθəs/
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Identification
Hybobathus can be distinguished from other Syrphini by the combination of Neotropical distribution and morphological traits associated with their former placement in Ocyptamus. The was separated from Ocyptamus based on phylogenetic evidence of non-monophyly. Specific diagnostic characters for the genus as currently defined are not well documented in accessible literature.
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Distribution
Neotropical region, including Central America and South America. Specific country records are not comprehensively documented in available sources.
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Taxonomic history
The was originally described by Enderlein in 1938. A major revision occurred when researchers determined that Ocyptamus, which previously contained many Hybobathus , was polyphyletic. This led to the resurrection and redefinition of Hybobathus as a distinct genus.