Ptecticus testaceus

Ptecticus testaceus · Order: Diptera · Family: Stratiomyidae

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Ptecticus testaceus
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Ptecticus testaceus is a soldier fly that belongs to the family Stratiomyidae. It is recorded from several countries in Central and South America, including Argentina, Brazil, Mexico and others.

Source: Wikipedia

Where it comes from

Its range includes Argentina, Belize, Brazil, Costa Rica, Honduras, Mexico and Panama.

Source: Wikipedia

More photos

Ptecticus testaceus photo 2
Photo: Inacio Oliveira, CC BY
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Photo: Helio Lourencini, CC BY
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Questions people ask

What kind of bug is Ptecticus testaceus?

It is a soldier fly that belongs to the family Stratiomyidae.

Source: Wikipedia

Where is Ptecticus testaceus found?

It occurs in Argentina, Belize, Brazil, Costa Rica, Honduras, Mexico and Panama.

Source: Wikipedia

Same family (Stratiomyidae)

Black Soldier FlyBlack Soldier FlyHermetia illucensHarmlessBroad Centurion FlyBroad Centurion FlyChloromyia formosaGarden soldier flyGarden soldier flyExaireta spinigeraTwin-Spot Centurion FlyTwin-Spot Centurion FlySargus bipunctatusBlack-horned Gem FlyBlack-horned Gem FlyMicrochrysa politaHoplitimyia constansHoplitimyia constansHoplitimyia constans

Sources

  • Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ptecticus_testaceus

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