Chrysops noctifer
Osten Sacken, 1877
nocturnal deer fly
Chrysops noctifer is a of deer fly in the Tabanidae, first described by Osten Sacken in 1877. Like other members of the Chrysops, it belongs to a group of biting flies known for their painful bites and distinctive patterned . The species name 'noctifer' (meaning 'night-bearer') suggests possible or activity patterns, though specific behavioral documentation is limited. As with other deer flies, females are blood-feeders while males feed on nectar.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Chrysops noctifer: /ˈkrɪsɔps ˈnɑktɪfər/
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