Posted by Gunnar M Kvifte on 18-11-2012 20:52
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The rhinoceros-like hair patch in the face is present in males of several species of
Pneumia, most notably
P. nubila which has a specialized frontofacial organ to make the hair patch appear bigger than it is. Presumably it is a sexual character used in courtship. Similar organs are present as patches of erect elongate hairs in
P. trivialis and
P. mutua; probably the character can be found in many other
Pneumia as well.
I don't know which species this is. I would guess
P. nubila, but I will not say this for certain unless provided with a specimen.
Good photo, by the way!