Monoceromyia floridensis
Shannon, 1922
Rufous Wasp Fly
Monoceromyia floridensis is a of hoverfly in the Syrphidae, described by Shannon in 1922. As a member of the tribe Cerioidini, it belongs to a group of -mimicking syrphid flies. The species is known from Florida and surrounding regions of the southeastern United States. Like other members of its , it likely exhibits of stinging Hymenoptera, though specific biological details remain poorly documented in the available literature.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Monoceromyia floridensis: //mɔˌnɒsɛroʊˈmaɪə flɔːrɪˈdɛnsɪs//
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Distribution
Southeastern United States, with records from Florida. The specific epithet "floridensis" indicates the type locality and primary known range.