Paravilla fumida

(Coquillett, 1887)

Paravilla fumida is a of bee fly in the Bombyliidae, first described by Coquillett in 1887. It belongs to the Anthracinae and tribe Villini. The species is known from California, though detailed biological information remains limited. As with other bee flies, it is presumed to have larval .

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Paravilla fumida: //ˌpærəˈvɪlə ˈfjuːmɪdə//

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Distribution

Known from California, United States.

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Taxonomic history

First described as Anthrax fumida by Coquillett in 1887, later transferred to the Paravilla.

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