Chrysops geminatus

Wiedemann, 1828

Gemeni Deer Fly, Geminatus Deer Fly

Chrysops geminatus is a of in the , first described by Wiedemann in 1828. It is distributed across Canada and the United States, with confirmed records from Vermont and other parts of the eastern and central U.S. Like other deer flies, are known for their blood-feeding , with females requiring blood meals for development.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Chrysops geminatus: //ˈkraɪˌsɒps ˌdʒɛmɪˈneɪtəs//

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Distribution

Canada and United States. Specific records include Vermont (US) and broader North distribution spanning eastern and central regions.

Human Relevance

Females are blood-feeders and may bite humans, as noted in observations of Chrysops sp. . This can make them a nuisance in outdoor recreational areas.

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Taxonomic Status

Chrysops geminatus Wiedemann, 1828 is currently accepted as a valid name, though Catalogue of Life lists it as a synonym. GBIF recognizes it as ACCEPTED with EXACT match . The species is placed in Chrysopsinae, tribe Chrysopsini.

Observation Data

iNaturalist records 763 observations for this , indicating it is moderately well-documented by citizen scientists.