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Locust Blowfly

Stomorhina lunata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Diptera ›Family: Rhiniidae ›Genus: Stomorhina

About

Stomorhina lunata is a species of fly in the family Calliphoridae, often misidentified because of the unusual band pattern in the abdomen, typical of hoverflies. S. lunata is an important egg predator of some major African agricultural pests, the South African Brown locust (Locustana pardalina), the more widespread Desert locust (Schistocerca gregaria), and the migratory locust (Locustana migratoria).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Locust Blowfly?
The scientific name of Locust Blowfly is Stomorhina lunata.
What kingdom does Locust Blowfly belong to?
Locust Blowfly belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Locust Blowfly belong to?
Locust Blowfly belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Locust Blowfly belong to?
Locust Blowfly belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Locust Blowfly belong to?
Locust Blowfly belongs to the order Diptera.
What family does Locust Blowfly belong to?
Locust Blowfly belongs to the family Rhiniidae.
What genus does Locust Blowfly belong to?
Locust Blowfly belongs to the genus Stomorhina.