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Efferia subcuprea
Chiricahua Hammertail
Efferia subcuprea is a species of robber fly (family Asilidae) described by Schäffer in 1916. The species belongs to the genus Efferia, a large and diverse group of predatory flies distributed primarily in the New World. The common name "Chiricahua Hammertail" suggests an association with the Chiricahua region of southeastern Arizona. Robber flies in this genus are generally characterized by their robust build, strong predatory habits, and often distinctive sexual dimorphism, with males typically possessing a swollen terminal abdominal segment.
Hydriomena chiricahuata
Hydriomena chiricahuata is a species of geometrid moth described by Swett in 1909. It belongs to the subfamily Larentiinae, a group of moths commonly known as carpet moths. The species name references the Chiricahua Mountains of southeastern Arizona, suggesting a type locality in that region. Records indicate presence in North America, though detailed biological information remains limited.