Aphylla
Selys, 1854
Greater Forceptails
Species Guides
3- Aphylla angustifolia(Broad-striped Forceptail)
- Aphylla protracta(narrow-striped forceptail)
- Aphylla williamsoni(Two-striped Forceptail)
Aphylla is a widespread Neotropical of in the Gomphidae. They are commonly known as the greater forceptails due to their distinctive forceps-like (paired appendages at the tip). The genus occurs across Central and South America and contains multiple .
Pronunciation
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Identification
Members of Aphylla are distinguished from other Gomphidae by their forceps-shaped , which resemble pincers or tongs. This feature is the basis for their "greater forceptails."
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Distribution
Neotropical region, with records from Colombia and widespread distribution across Central and South America.
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Taxonomic note
The name Aphylla has also been used in plant (e.g., Tamarix aphylla), but this record refers to the odonate genus established by Selys in 1854.