Chrysopilus xanthopus
Hardy, 1949
Chrysopilus xanthopus is a of snipe fly in the Rhagionidae, described by Hardy in 1949. The name derives from Greek 'chryso' (gold) and Latin 'pilus' (hair), referencing the metallic scaling characteristic of Chrysopilus species. As a member of the Chrysopilinae , it shares the appearance typical of this group. Very little species-specific information is documented in available sources.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Chrysopilus xanthopus: //ˌkɹaɪsoʊˈpaɪləs ˈzænθoʊpəs//
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Taxonomic Note
The provided context extensively covers Chrysopilus ornatus, not C. xanthopus. These are distinct within the same . C. ornatus was described by Say in 1823 and occurs in northeastern North America. C. xanthopus was described by Hardy in 1949 from a different region. The appearance, metallic gold scaling, and preferences described in the source material apply to C. ornatus and cannot be safely attributed to C. xanthopus without confirmation.