Names and Taxonomy Common Names: Mexican Cactus Fly, Mexican flower fly Synonyms: Volucella mexicana, Volucella nigra Order: Diptera (Flys) Family: Syrphidae (Hoverflies) Genus Information: nk species in NV, nk in CA, 300 in US
Distribution Distribution: Mexico, AZ, CA, NM, NV, TX Seen: Mount Charleston Habitat: Adults are often seen in gardens, meadows, and areas with flowering plants, feeding on nectar and pollen. Food: Larvae of this fly are known to develop in rotting or dying cactus tissue.