Tabanus erythraeus
Bigot, 1892
Tabanus erythraeus is a of horse fly in the Tabanidae, described by Bigot in 1892. The species has a complex taxonomic history, with Catalogue of Life listing it as a synonym of Tabanus fuscus while GBIF and iNaturalist recognize it as a valid accepted species. As a member of the Tabanus, it shares the characteristic large size, robust body, and biting mouthparts typical of horse flies. Very little specific information is available for this particular species in the provided sources.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Tabanus erythraeus: /ˈtabanʊs ˌɛrɪˈθreɪəs/
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Similar Taxa
- Tabanus fuscusT. erythraeus is listed as a synonym of T. fuscus in Catalogue of Life, suggesting close taxonomic relationship or potential conspecificity
- Tabanus atratusBoth are large black horse flies in the same , though T. atratus is better known and characterized
- Tabanus americanusAnother very large North American horse fly that could be confused with other large Tabanus