Agromyza albitarsis
This record describes Agromyza albitarsis (species). Recorded family: Agromyzidae. Recorded order: Diptera.
Identification and Appearance
The larvae of the fly Agromyza albitarsis mine the leaves of Aspen, hybrid Black Poplar, other poplars and willows, forming a large greenish blotch mine which turns brown. See the National Agromyzidae Recording Scheme website for further details of the mine, puparium and adult insect The leaf-mines of the moth Leucoptera sinuella and beetle Zeugophora spp. are similar but can be separated by examining the larvae. ref. Warrington, B.P. (2023). Agromyza albitarsis . Accessed at https://agromyzidae.co.uk/species/agromyzidae/agromyzinae/agromyza/agromyza-albitarsis-meigen-1830/ on 07/12/2023 Provide backlit photographs of the whole leaf-mine in the leaf, and the larva, and note the host plant. Where the host Poplars and Willows occur. Click on the ' further details ' link in the 'Description' section above. Then click on the Phenology tab which will provide phenology details for both adult and larval stages. Warrington, B. P. 2022 . A provisional review of the status of Agromyzidae in Great Britain & Northern Ireland
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Diptera (Flies)
- Superfamily
- Opomyzoidea
- Family
- Agromyzidae (Leaf Miner Flies)
- Subfamily
- Agromyzinae
- Genus
- Agromyza
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Where the host Poplars and Willows occur.
Seasonal Activity
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Additional species information
Recorded status
Nationally Scarce B.
About Flies: the wider group
Order-level background for Diptera, the group containing Agromyza albitarsis. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Diptera includes over 150,000 described species of flies, mosquitoes, and midges. Mosquitoes are the deadliest animal on Earth (CDC). Malaria alone causes ~249 million cases and over 608,000 deaths annually, mostly children under 5 (WHO). Vector-borne diseases account for over 17% of all infectious diseases, causing 700,000+ deaths per year.
Ecological role of the group
Despite their disease impact, flies are critical decomposers and pollinators. Hoverflies alone pollinate hundreds of crop and wildflower species. Flies are also the primary food source for many birds, bats, and fish. Forensic entomology relies heavily on fly species for crime scene analysis.
Economic and practical significance of the group
In the U.S., vector-borne disease cases tripled between 2004-2016, with over 640,000 cases reported in that period (CDC). Tickborne diseases doubled from 22,000 to 48,000 annual reports. Globally, mosquito-borne diseases cost billions in healthcare and lost productivity.
Recorded sources for this group: WHO, CDC, PNAS. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Agromyza albitarsis (10)
Frequently Asked Questions About Agromyza albitarsis
What is Agromyza albitarsis?
Agromyza albitarsis is a species in the family Agromyzidae, within the order Diptera.
Where is Agromyza albitarsis found?
Habitat: Where the host Poplars and Willows occur.
When is Agromyza albitarsis active?
Agromyza albitarsis: seasonal activity - Click on the '.