Bombylius varius
Fabricius, 1805
Bombylius varius is a of bee fly in the Bombyliidae, first described by Fabricius in 1805. Like other members of the Bombylius, it is likely a of solitary larvae, though specific records for this species are not well documented. The species is recognized as valid in current taxonomic databases, though detailed biological studies appear limited in the available literature.



Pronunciation
How to pronounce Bombylius varius: /bɔmˈbɪli.əs ˈværi.əs/
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
- Host and a Parasite: Battle of Sand Field Crickets vs. Horsehair Worms | Bug Squad
- 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