Tabanus subniger

Coquillett, 1906

Tabanus subniger is a of horse fly in the Tabanidae, described by Coquillett in 1906. It was originally described as a of Tabanus atratus (the black horse fly) but is now recognized as a distinct species. The species belongs to a of large, robust flies known for their biting mouthparts and association with mammals.

Tabanus subniger by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Tabanus subniger by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Tabanus subniger by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

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How to pronounce Tabanus subniger: /tɑːˈbeɪnəs sʌbˈnaɪdʒər/

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  • Tabanus atratusT. subniger was originally described as a of T. atratus; both are large black horse flies requiring careful examination of morphological details for separation

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