Pherbellia albovaria

(Coquillett, 1901)

Pherbellia albovaria is a of in the , first described by Coquillett in 1901. The Pherbellia comprises predatory or associated with aquatic or semi-aquatic mollusks. Like other sciomyzids, this species likely has that develop in association with freshwater or , though specific biological details for P. albovaria remain poorly documented. The species name 'albovaria' refers to (albo-) markings on the legs or body (varia, varied).

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How to pronounce Pherbellia albovaria: /fɛrˈbɛliə ælˈboʊˌvɛəriə/

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  • Pherbellia speciesOther members of the share similar body plans and ; precise identification requires examination of and specific pattern of markings on legs.

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