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Tooth-thighed Hoverfly

Tropidia scita

Taxonomy

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

About

Tropidia scita is a common Palearctic species of hoverfly associated with wetlands, ponds and ditches The larvae have been recorded living in the basal sheaths of Typha.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tooth-thighed Hoverfly?
The scientific name of Tooth-thighed Hoverfly is Tropidia scita.
What is the conservation status of Tooth-thighed Hoverfly?
The Tooth-thighed Hoverfly has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Tooth-thighed Hoverfly belong to?
Tooth-thighed Hoverfly belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Tooth-thighed Hoverfly belong to?
Tooth-thighed Hoverfly belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Tooth-thighed Hoverfly belong to?
Tooth-thighed Hoverfly belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Tooth-thighed Hoverfly belong to?
Tooth-thighed Hoverfly belongs to the order Diptera.
What family does Tooth-thighed Hoverfly belong to?
Tooth-thighed Hoverfly belongs to the family Syrphidae.
What genus does Tooth-thighed Hoverfly belong to?
Tooth-thighed Hoverfly belongs to the genus Tropidia.