Parasyrphus genualis
(Williston, 1887)
Common Bristleside
Parasyrphus genualis is a of hoverfly ( Syrphidae) described by Williston in 1887. It was originally described under the Syrphus before being moved to Parasyrphus. The species has been documented in North America with at least 21 observations on iNaturalist. As a member of Syrphidae, it belongs to a family known for pollination services and, in many species, predatory larvae that feed on aphids.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Parasyrphus genualis: /ˌpærəˈsɪrfəs dʒəˈnjuːəlɪs/
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Distribution
North America. Specific range details are poorly documented beyond general continental occurrence.
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Taxonomic history
Originally described as Syrphus genualis by Williston in 1887, later transferred to the Parasyrphus. The genus Parasyrphus is part of the tribe Syrphini within Syrphinae.
Data availability
This has minimal published biological information. The 21 iNaturalist observations represent one of the few accessible data sources for this .