Chrysopilus fasciatus

(Say, 1823)

banded snipe fly

Chrysopilus fasciatus is a of snipe fly in the Rhagionidae, commonly known as the banded snipe fly. It is distributed in the United States. Like other members of the Chrysopilus, are likely predatory or feed on nectar. Larval stages of snipe flies typically inhabit moist soil or decaying organic matter.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Chrysopilus fasciatus: //ˌkrɪsoʊˈpaɪləs ˌfæsiˈeɪtəs//

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Distribution

United States

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