Paravilla deserta
Hall, 1981
Paravilla deserta is a of bee fly (Bombyliidae) described by Hall in 1981. It belongs to the Anthracinae and tribe Villini. The species is known from arid and semi-arid regions of western North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Paravilla deserta: //ˌpɛərəˈvɪlə dɪˈzɜrtə//
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Identification
As a member of the Paravilla, this likely shares the characteristic wing venation and body form typical of the Villini tribe, including a relatively robust and patterned wings. Specific diagnostic features distinguishing P. deserta from such as P. cinerea or P. separata are not documented in available sources.
Distribution
Western United States from Montana south to California, extending southward into Mexico. The specific epithet "deserta" suggests association with arid or desert environments.
Similar Taxa
- Paravilla cinereaOverlapping western North American distribution; distinguished by specific morphological details of wing pattern and body coloration not specified for P. deserta in available sources
- Paravilla separataSympatric in parts of western North America; separation requires examination of genitalic characters and subtle wing venation differences
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Taxonomic placement
The was described by Hall in 1981 and placed in the tribe Villini within Anthracinae. The Paravilla contains approximately 20 described species, most restricted to western North America.