Lepidanthrax arnaudi
Hall, 1976
Lepidanthrax arnaudi is a of bee fly in the Bombyliidae, described by Hall in 1976. It is to California. As with other bee flies, likely feed on nectar and pollen, while larvae are presumed to be of other insects. The species is known from limited observations, with 12 records documented on iNaturalist.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lepidanthrax arnaudi: /ˌlɛpɪˈdænθræks ɑrˈnɔːdi/
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Identification
Specific diagnostic features distinguishing Lepidanthrax arnaudi from are not documented in available sources. Members of the Lepidanthrax generally exhibit the robust, hairy body form characteristic of Bombyliidae, often with patterned wings and a long for nectar feeding.
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Distribution
to California, United States.
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Etymology
The specific epithet 'arnaudi' likely honors an individual, though the namesake is not specified in available sources.
Taxonomic History
Described by Hall in 1976, placing it within the Lepidanthrax, tribe Villini, and Anthracinae.