Chrysops macquarti
Philip, 1961
Macquart's Deer Fly
Chrysops macquarti is a of deer fly in the Tabanidae. The species was described by Philip in 1961. Like other deer flies, it belongs to a group of biting flies known for their painful bites to mammals, including humans. The specific epithet honors the French entomologist Pierre-Justin-Marie Macquart.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Chrysops macquarti: /ˈkɹaɪsɒps məˈkwɑːti/
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Distribution
United States. Distribution records include Vermont and other US locations.
Behavior
Female deer flies in the Chrysops are known to bite humans and other mammals to obtain blood meals, which are used for development. Males do not bite and typically feed on nectar.
Human Relevance
Female deer flies are biting pests that can cause painful bites to humans. They may also serve as potential for transmission, though specific documentation for C. macquarti is not available.
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Taxonomic Status
According to Catalogue of Life, this name has been listed as a synonym, though GBIF treats it as accepted. The authorship is Philip, 1961.
Etymology
The specific epithet 'macquarti' honors Pierre-Justin-Marie Macquart (1778-1855), a prominent French entomologist who made significant contributions to the study of Diptera.