Anthrax cascadensis

Marston, 1963

Anthrax cascadensis is a of bee fly in the Bombyliidae. It was described by Marston in 1963. The species is found in the western United States and extends north into British Columbia, Canada. As a member of the Anthrax, it is likely a of other insects, though specific records for this species are not documented in available sources.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Anthrax cascadensis: //ˈæn.θræks kæˈskeɪ.den.sɪs//

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Distribution

Western United States; British Columbia, Canada.

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Taxonomic note

The name 'cascadensis' refers to the Cascade Range, suggesting a geographic association with this mountain system in the Pacific Northwest.

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