Orthonevra pulchella
(Williston, 1887)
Dusky Mucksucker, Beautiful Patterneye
Orthonevra pulchella is a of hoverfly in the Syrphidae, described by Williston in 1887. It is known from northern North America, where are commonly found around flowers. The species belongs to a whose larvae are of the rat-tailed type, though the larvae of O. pulchella specifically have not been described. Like other syrphid flies, adults are capable of hovering and feed on nectar and pollen from flowers.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Orthonevra pulchella: //ɔɹˈθoʊnɛvrə pʊlˈkɛlə//
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Distribution
Northern North America, with records across the northern United States and Canada.
Diet
feed on nectar and pollen from flowers.
Life Cycle
Larvae for this are of the rat-tailed type. Larvae of O. pulchella have not been described.
Behavior
are commonly found around and on flowers. The exhibits hovering , remaining nearly motionless while in flight.
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Nomenclature note
The was originally described as Chrysogaster pulchella by Williston in 1887 before being transferred to Orthonevra. The "Dusky Mucksucker" appears in some sources, while iNaturalist uses "Beautiful Patterneye."