Agkistrocerus

Philip, 1941

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Agkistrocerus is a of horse flies ( Tabanidae) established by Philip in 1941. The genus contains three described : Agkistrocerus aurantiacus, A. finitimus, and A. megerlei. As members of the tribe Tabanini, these flies belong to a group of biting flies known for their blood-feeding habits and robust . The genus appears to have a Neotropical distribution based on the type localities of its constituent species.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Agkistrocerus: /æɡˌkɪstrəʊˈsɪərəs/

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Distribution

The appears to be Neotropical in distribution. Agkistrocerus aurantiacus was described from Mexico, A. finitimus from Panama, and A. megerlei from Brazil (Rio de Janeiro).

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Etymology

The name Agkistrocerus is derived from Greek roots, combining 'agkistron' (hook) and 'keros' (horn), likely referring to morphological features of the or .

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