Thevenetimyia culiciformis
(Hull, 1965)
Thevenetimyia culiciformis is a of bee fly (Diptera: Bombyliidae) described by Hull in 1965. The Thevenetimyia is a small group within the , and species in this genus are characterized by their slender, elongated bodies and distinctive wing venation. Very few observations of this species exist in public databases, suggesting it is either rare, poorly surveyed, or restricted to specific . As with other Bombyliidae, likely visit flowers for nectar.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Thevenetimyia culiciformis: //ˌθɛvɛnɪˈtaɪmiə kjuˌlɪsɪˈfɔrmɪs//
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Taxonomic Note
Thevenetimyia is a of bee flies erected by Evenhuis in 1978, with transferred from related genera based on morphological characteristics. The specific epithet 'culiciformis' refers to a resemblance to mosquitoes (Culicidae) in body form.