Bombylius anthophilus

Evenhuis, 1983

Bombylius anthophilus is a of bee fly in the Bombyliidae. The species has been documented in association with the nests and pupal casings of Habropoda depressa bees, indicating a parasitic relationship with this . Like other members of the Bombylius, it likely exhibits the characteristic hovering and elongated typical of bee flies. The species was described by Evenhuis in 1983.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Bombylius anthophilus: /bɔmˈbɪliəs ænˈθɒfɪləs/

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Host Associations

Habropoda depressa - Documented in nests and pupal casings of this

Ecological Role

of solitary bees, specifically documented in association with Habropoda depressa. As a bee fly, likely contribute to pollination through flower visitation, though this has not been specifically documented for this .

Similar Taxa

Bombylius majorSimilar -level and ; B. major is larger and more widespread, with documented in Andrena, Colletes, and Halictus bees rather than Habropoda
Bombylius mexicanusCongeneric with similar spring activity period and general appearance; distinguished by specific wing venation patterns and subtle morphological differences requiring expert examination