Toxomerus verticalis
(Curran, 1927)
Banded Calligrapher
Toxomerus verticalis is a of syrphid fly commonly known as the Banded Calligrapher. It belongs to the Toxomerus, a group of small hover flies noted for their -mimicking appearance and ecological versatility. The species was described by Curran in 1927. As a member of the Syrphidae , are likely , though specific ecological details for this species remain limited in available sources.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Toxomerus verticalis: /tɒkˈsɒmɛrəs vɜːtɪˈkeɪlɪs/
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Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
- Bug Eric: Don't Sweat 'em
- Hover Flies Identified: Researchers Tackle 20,000 Syrphid Specimens in Illinois Collection
- The "Accidental Entomologist" Who Studies Insect Community Ecology
- 2018 Arizona Insect Collecting Trip “iReport” | Beetles In The Bush