Bombylius fulvibasoides
Painter, 1962
Bombylius fulvibasoides is a of bee fly in the Bombyliidae, described by Painter in 1962. As a member of the Bombylius, it shares the characteristic -mimicking appearance and hovering typical of this diverse group of flies. The species epithet "fulvibasoides" suggests tawny or yellowish-brown coloration on the basal portions of the body or appendages. Like other Bombylius species, are likely flower visitors that feed on nectar using elongated mouthparts, while larvae are presumed to be parasitoids of other insects.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Bombylius fulvibasoides: //bɔmˈbɪliəs fʊlˌvaɪbeɪˈsoʊɪdiːz//
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- 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