Machimus

Guides

  • Machimus adustus

    Machimus adustus is a species of robber fly described by Martin in 1975. As a member of the family Asilidae, it belongs to a group of predatory flies known for their aggressive hunting behavior. The species is classified within the subfamily Asilinae and tribe Machimini.

  • Machimus erythocnemius

    White-spined Bladetail

    Machimus erythocnemius is a species of robber fly (family Asilidae) first described by Hine in 1909. It is one of approximately 180 species in the genus Machimus, which is distributed across the Holarctic region. The common name "White-spined Bladetail" refers to distinctive morphological features. Like other robber flies, it is presumed to be an active aerial predator.

  • Machimus virginicus

    Machimus virginicus is a species of robber fly in the family Asilidae. The species was described by Banks in 1920. As a member of the Machimus genus, it belongs to a group of predatory flies known for their active hunting behavior. Very little specific information has been published about this particular species.