Thevenetimyia californica

Bigot, 1875

Thevenetimyia californica is a of bee fly in the Bombyliidae, described by Bigot in 1875. As a member of the Thevenetimyia, it belongs to a group of flies known for their -like appearance and parasitic larval . The species is to California, where it has been documented through scattered observations. Like other bombyliids, are likely nectar feeders, while larvae are presumed to be of other insects, though specific records for this species remain undocumented.

Thevenetimyia (Thevenetimyia) californica by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Thevenetimyia (Thevenetimyia) californica by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Thevenetimyia (Thevenetimyia) californica by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Thevenetimyia californica: /θɛvəˌnɛtɪˈmiːjə kælɪˈfɔrnɪkə/

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Distribution

California, United States. The epithet and known occurrence records indicate a range restricted to this state.

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