🌿Native Nature

Maize Calligrapher

Toxomerus politus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Diptera ›Family: Syrphidae ›Genus: Toxomerus

About

Toxomerus politus is a species of hoverfly (Diptera: Syrphidae). It is known from North, Central and South America. Although little is known about the early stages of this species, associations with corn have been noted. The adults and likely the larvae feed on the pollen of the corn plants.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Maize Calligrapher?
The scientific name of Maize Calligrapher is Toxomerus politus.
What is the conservation status of Maize Calligrapher?
The Maize Calligrapher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Maize Calligrapher belong to?
Maize Calligrapher belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Maize Calligrapher belong to?
Maize Calligrapher belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Maize Calligrapher belong to?
Maize Calligrapher belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Maize Calligrapher belong to?
Maize Calligrapher belongs to the order Diptera.
What family does Maize Calligrapher belong to?
Maize Calligrapher belongs to the family Syrphidae.
What genus does Maize Calligrapher belong to?
Maize Calligrapher belongs to the genus Toxomerus.