Ferdinandea buccata
(Loew, 1863)
Common Copperback
Ferdinandea buccata is a of hoverfly in the Syrphidae, commonly known as the Common Copperback. The species was first described by Loew in 1863 under the basionym Chrysochlamys buccata. As a member of the tribe Rhingiini within the Eristalinae, it belongs to a group of syrphid flies often associated with particular larval preferences. hoverflies in this are typically found in wooded or semi-open habitats where they visit flowers for nectar and pollen.
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How to pronounce Ferdinandea buccata: //fɛrdɪnænˈdeɪə bʌkˈkɑːtə//
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Taxonomic History
The was originally described as Chrysochlamys buccata by Loew in 1863 before being transferred to the Ferdinandea. The genus Ferdinandea is classified within the tribe Rhingiini, a group characterized by particular morphological and ecological traits that distinguish them from other hoverfly tribes.
Observation Data
According to iNaturalist records, Ferdinandea buccata has been documented in at least 186 observations, suggesting it is a relatively well-observed among naturalists, though comprehensive distributional data remains limited in the sources reviewed.