Pollenia pseudorudis
- Pronunciation
- /POH-LAY-nee-uh SOO-doh-ROO-dis/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Pollenia pseudorudis
- Plural
- Pollenia pseudorudis
Definition
A species of fly, known as the cluster fly, that is a nuisance pest in buildings, especially in autumn. It lays eggs in earthworms.
Etymology
Named after the genus Pollenia and the Latin word 'pseudis', meaning 'false'.
Example
Pollenia pseudorudis is a common pest in houses during autumn.