Lordotus
Loew, 1863
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7Lordotus is a North American of bee flies in the Bombyliidae, containing approximately 30 described . The genus is classified within the Lordotinae and tribe Lordotini. Members of this genus are found primarily in western and southwestern United States and adjacent regions of Mexico. One species, Lordotus striatus, has been observed visiting flowers of Pseudoclappia arenaria in alkaline flats of tamarisk/saltbush chaparral in New Mexico.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lordotus: /lɔːrˈdoʊtəs/
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Habitat
include alkaline flats in tamarisk/saltbush chaparral, sand dune systems, and pinyon/oak/juniper woodland. One has been documented in mesquite/saltbush chaparral on rocky gypsum/red siltstone slopes.
Distribution
North America, primarily western and southwestern United States and adjacent Mexico. Documented occurrences include New Mexico and surrounding regions.
Seasonality
activity has been observed in May in New Mexico.
Behavior
have been observed visiting flowers, including those of Pseudoclappia arenaria (Trans-Pecos false clapdaisy) in the Asteraceae .
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Taxonomic placement
Lordotus is the type of the Lordotinae and tribe Lordotini, reflecting its significance in the higher classification of bee flies.
Species diversity
The contains approximately 30 described , though comprehensive taxonomic revision may alter this number.