Eristalinus taeniops (Wiedemann, 1818) (Diptera: Syrphidae), an exotic flower fly rapidly spreading in South America: A review

Abstract

Information on the world distribution of E. taeniops and a distributional map of the species in the New World is presented based on available literature, specimens collected in the present study, and citizen science reports. A morphological diagnosis and background on the biology of the species are provided based on photographs and published literature. We briefly discuss how E. taeniops may be spreading in South America via airports and seaports.

Keywords

• alien species
• chenoponium quinoa
• geographical distribution
• hoverfly
• syrphid fly