Tabanus mularis

Stone, 1935

Tabanus mularis is a of horse fly in the Tabanidae, described by Stone in 1935. The species is currently recognized as valid, though it was previously listed as a synonym in some sources. As a member of the Tabanus, it shares the characteristic blood-feeding of female horse flies, with males typically feeding on nectar and other sugary substances. The species has been documented through a small number of observations, with records indicating presence in North America.

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How to pronounce Tabanus mularis: /təˈbænəs mjuˈlɛərɪs/

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Distribution

Documented from North America; specific range details are limited due to sparse collection records. The has been recorded in at least 7 observations according to iNaturalist data, suggesting a restricted or poorly sampled distribution.

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