Xestomyzinae

Guides

  • Henicomyia hubbardii

    Henicomyia hubbardii is a species of stiletto fly in the family Therevidae, subfamily Xestomyzinae. It was described by Coquillett in 1898. The genus Henicomyia belongs to a group of predatory flies commonly known as stiletto flies, characterized by their slender body form and stiletto-like ovipositor in females. The specific epithet honors an individual with the surname Hubbard.