Sphecomyiella valida

(Harris, 1841)

Sphecomyiella valida is a of fly in the Pyrgotidae, a group of parasitic flies commonly known as pyrgotid flies. The species was originally described by Harris in 1841 under the name Pyrgota valida and has since been reclassified into the Sphecomyiella. Pyrgotidae flies are known for their distinctive , with larvae typically developing as of scarab beetles. The species has been documented through over 1,000 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is relatively well-recorded among pyrgotid flies.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Sphecomyiella valida: /ˌsfɛkoʊməˈjɛlə ˈvælɪdə/

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Host Associations

Scarabaeidae - larval Pyrgotidae larvae are known of scarab beetles; specific records for S. valida are not documented in available sources

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Taxonomic Status

GBIF lists Sphecomyiella valida as a synonym of Pyrgota valida, while iNaturalist and NCBI maintain it under the Sphecomyiella. This indicates ongoing taxonomic discussion regarding generic placement.

Observation Frequency

The has accumulated 1,014 observations on iNaturalist, suggesting it is among the more frequently encountered pyrgotid flies, though this may reflect observer effort rather than true abundance.