Small-asilid
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Leptogaster obscuripes
Leptogaster obscuripes is a species of robber fly in the family Asilidae, described by Loew in 1862. It belongs to the genus Leptogaster, which comprises small, slender robber flies often found in grassy or brushy habitats. Members of this genus are characterized by their elongated, delicate bodies and relatively long legs compared to other asilids. The species epithet 'obscuripes' refers to the darkened legs.
Nannodioctria seminole
A small robber fly in the subfamily Dioctriinae. Members of this genus are among the smallest asilids, typically measuring under 10 mm in length. The specific epithet 'seminole' suggests a connection to Florida or southeastern North America, where the Seminole people historically resided. The genus Nannodioctria contains diminutive predatory flies that hunt in vegetation.