Neomochtherini

Guides

  • Neomochtherus latipennis

    Neomochtherus latipennis is a species of robber fly in the family Asilidae, first described by Hine in 1909. As a member of the tribe Neomochtherini, it belongs to a group of predatory flies characterized by their hunting behavior. The species has been documented through 76 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is encountered with moderate frequency by naturalists. Like other robber flies, it likely plays a role as an aerial predator in its habitat.

  • Neomochtherus piceus

    Neomochtherus piceus is a species of robber fly (Diptera: Asilidae) described by Hine in 1909. It belongs to the tribe Neomochtherini within the subfamily Asilinae. The genus Neomochtherus comprises predatory flies found in grassland habitats. Based on iNaturalist records, this species has been documented in at least 28 observations, indicating it is not exceptionally rare but remains poorly studied in the scientific literature.