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Greater Bulb-Fly

Merodon equestris

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (7 countries), and North America (United States).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇯🇵 Japan 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

German Gemeine Narzissenschwebfliege

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Greater Bulb-Fly?
The scientific name of Greater Bulb-Fly is Merodon equestris. It belongs to the genus Merodon.
What is the conservation status of Greater Bulb-Fly?
Greater Bulb-Fly (Merodon equestris) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Greater Bulb-Fly live?
Greater Bulb-Fly is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (7 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, France, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States.
What family does Greater Bulb-Fly belong to?
Greater Bulb-Fly (Merodon equestris) belongs to the genus Merodon, which is part of the taxonomic family Syrphidae.
Is Greater Bulb-Fly endangered?
No, Greater Bulb-Fly (Merodon equestris) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Greater Bulb-Fly belong to?
Greater Bulb-Fly (Merodon equestris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

Native Range — 9 Countries

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Genus Merodon — 1 Species

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Greater Bulb-Fly
Merodon equestris
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