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Asilus sericeus

Classification

Class: Insecta
Order: Diptera
Family: Asilidae

Asilus sericeus is a species of robber fly in the family Asilidae. The larvae measure 18 – 20 mm long and live underground. Adults catch prey in flight.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog

United States of America · 338Canada · 9

Sources and credits

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