Chrysops hirsuticallus
Philip, 1941
Chrysops hirsuticallus is a of in the , described by Philip in 1941. As a member of the Chrysops, it belongs to a group of biting known for their distinctive patterned and blood-feeding by females. The species has been subject to scientific study regarding its reproductive biology and blood meal sources.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Chrysops hirsuticallus: //ˈkɹɪs.ɒps ˌhɪər.suː.tɪˈkæl.əs//
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Distribution
United States.
Diet
Females are blood-feeders; specific associations have been studied but detailed blood meal sources are not documented in available sources.
Human Relevance
As a , females may bite humans, causing irritation and potentially transmitting , though specific associations for this are not documented.
More Details
Taxonomic Status
Catalogue of Life lists this as a synonym, while GBIF treats it as accepted. Taxonomic resolution may require further verification.
Scientific Study
A 1982 study in Journal of Medical examined the reproductive and blood meal sources of this , indicating it has been subject to focused entomological research.