Anomoia purmunda
This record describes Anomoia purmunda (species). Recorded family: Tephritidae. Recorded order: Diptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length 4.5 mm. The wing markings are very characteristic and distinctive. The eyes are green with two transverse red bands. Wings are carried in a front facing posture. perhaps as an attempt to look bigger or fiercer than it really is. Females are attracted to Hawthorn bushes with berries in order to lay their eggs. Fairly frequent in the southern half of Britain at least.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Diptera
- Family
- Tephritidae
- Genus
- Anomoia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Females are attracted to Hawthorn bushes with berries in order to lay their eggs.
Seasonal Activity
July to October.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Larvae feed in Hawthorn fruits.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Fairly frequent in the southern half of Britain at least.
About Flies: the wider group
Order-level background for Diptera, the group containing Anomoia purmunda. 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 Anomoia purmunda (2)
Frequently Asked Questions About Anomoia purmunda
What is Anomoia purmunda?
Anomoia purmunda is a species in the family Tephritidae, within the order Diptera.
How big is Anomoia purmunda?
4.5 mm. The wing markings are very characteristic and distinctive. The eyes are green with two transverse red bands. Wings are carried in a front facing posture. perhaps as an attempt to look bigger or fiercer than it really is.
Where is Anomoia purmunda found?
Habitat: Females are attracted to Hawthorn bushes with berries in order to lay their eggs.
When is Anomoia purmunda active?
Anomoia purmunda: seasonal activity - July to October..
What is the life cycle of a Anomoia purmunda?
Larvae feed in Hawthorn fruits.