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Showing posts with label LOMATE BEE FLY (Genus Lomatia). Show all posts
Showing posts with label LOMATE BEE FLY (Genus Lomatia). Show all posts
Friday, 11 June 2021
Tuesday, 29 May 2018
29-5-2018 ALDEAROQUETA, CASTELLON - LOMATE BEE FLY (Genus Lomatia)
The term "Lomate Bee Flies" refers to the genus Lomatia, a group of bee flies belonging to the family Bombyliidae. These flies are classified within the subfamily Lomatiinae. Lomatia is a genus with numerous species, including Lomatia belzebul, Lomatia grajugena, and Lomatia shanguii.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Bee Flies (Bombyliidae):
This is a large family of flies known for their hairy bodies and often their ability to hover like bees while feeding on nectar.
Lomatiinae:
This is a subfamily within the Bombyliidae, and Lomatia is a genus within this subfamily.
Lomatia:
This genus contains numerous species of bee flies, characterized by their distinctive appearance and behavior.
Species examples:
Some examples of Lomatia species include Lomatia belzebul, Lomatia grajugena, and Lomatia shanguii.
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