Bellardia vulgaris
(Robineau-Desvoidy, 1830)
Pale-veined Emerald-bottle
Bellardia vulgaris is a of in the , commonly known as the Pale-veined Emerald-bottle. It is a metallic green distributed across parts of Europe including Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. As a member of the Calliphoridae, it is likely associated with decomposing matter, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented in the provided sources.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Bellardia vulgaris: /bɛˈlɑr.di.ə vʊlˈɡɛɹ.ɪs/
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Identification
The Pale-veined Emerald-bottle can be distinguished from other green by its pale . The Bellardia contains that are often confused with the more commonly encountered Lucilia (greenbottles), but Bellardia species typically show differences in thoracic bristle arrangement and coloration. Accurate identification to species level requires examination of and bristle patterns.
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Distribution
Recorded from Belgium (including Flemish Region), Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Distribution appears centered in northern and western Europe.
Similar Taxa
- Lucilia sericataBoth are metallic green ; Bellardia vulgaris differs in having pale versus darker in Lucilia.
- Bellardia pandiaCongeneric with similar metallic green coloration; requires detailed morphological examination to distinguish.
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Taxonomic Note
Originally described as Onesia vulgaris by Robineau-Desvoidy in 1830, later transferred to the Bellardia. The genus Bellardia is part of the Luciliinae within .