Bombylius fraudulentus
Johnson, 1907
Bombylius fraudulentus is a of bee fly in the Bombyliidae, described by Johnson in 1907. The species belongs to the Bombylius, a group of bee flies known for their -like appearance and parasitic larval . As with most members of this genus, are likely active in spring and are associated with flowers where they feed on nectar. The larval of this specific species remains undocumented, though related Bombylius species are known to parasitize solitary bees.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Bombylius fraudulentus: /bɔmˈbɪl.i.əs frɔːˈdjuː.lɛn.təs/
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
- Beware the bee fly - Bombylius sp. — Bug of the Week
- One-Shot Wednesday: Upside down bee fly | Beetles In The Bush
- Bug Eric: Fly Day Friday: Greater Bee Fly
- Bug Eric: Bee Flies
- Diptera | Beetles In The Bush | Page 5
- Bombyliidae | Beetles In The Bush | Page 2