Pegomya rufescens
Stein, 1898
Pegomya rufescens is a of root-maggot fly in the Anthomyiidae, described by Stein in 1898. The Pegomya comprises numerous species whose larvae typically develop in plant tissues, particularly roots and stems. As with many anthomyiid flies, detailed biological studies of this specific species remain limited in published literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Pegomya rufescens: /ˌpɛɡoʊˈmaɪə ruːˈfɛsɛnz/
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
- Bembicid Holdings | Entomology Research Museum
- Capitol spiders - Mediterranean recluse, Loxosceles rufescens — Bug of the Week
- Loxosceles rufescens Archives - Entomology Today
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