Haematopota rara

Johnson, 1912

Lace-winged Horse Fly, Shy Cleg

Haematopota rara is a of horse fly in the Tabanidae, described by Johnson in 1912. Commonly known as the lace-winged horse fly or shy cleg, this species has been recorded in the eastern United States and parts of Canada. The specific epithet "rara" (Latin for "rare") suggests it may be infrequently encountered. As a member of Tabanidae, it belongs to a family of biting flies known for their blood-feeding habits, though specific behavioral details for this species remain poorly documented.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Haematopota rara: /ˌhiːməˈtɒpətə ˈrɛərə/

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Distribution

Recorded in the eastern United States west to Ohio and Tennessee, south to northern Virginia, and in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, Canada.

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Etymology

The specific epithet "rara" is Latin for "rare" or "uncommon," possibly referring to the infrequency of its collection or observation.

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