Aulagromyza populicola
This record describes Aulagromyza populicola (species). Recorded family: Agromyzidae. Recorded order: Diptera.
Identification and Appearance
The larva forms an elongated blotch mine on the leaves of some Poplar species including Lombardy Poplar. The pupation is outside the mine, and the puparium often sticks out of the semi-circular exit slit in the mine. See the National Agromyzidae Recording Scheme webpage on this species for further details of larva, adult insect and host plants Aulagromyza populi, Aulagromyza tremulae. C ontrary to previous advice, A populi has been reared from very similar mines, with pupariation outside the mine. The species can now only be determined by rearing the adult. (ref.: Warrington, B.P. (2023). Aulagromyza populicola . Accessed at https://agromyzidae.co.uk/species/agromyzidae/phytomyzinae/aulagromyza/aulagromyza-populicola/ on 12/12/2023) The leaf-mine can only be recorded if the adult has been reared to confirm the species. Where Poplars, the larval host species are present. 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. The larval mines are most likely to be found in September and October.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Diptera (Flies)
- Superfamily
- Opomyzoidea
- Family
- Agromyzidae (Leaf Miner Flies)
- Subfamily
- Phytomyzinae
- Genus
- Aulagromyza
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Where Poplars, the larval host species are present.
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 Aulagromyza populicola. 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 Aulagromyza populicola (5)
Frequently Asked Questions About Aulagromyza populicola
What is Aulagromyza populicola?
Aulagromyza populicola is a species in the family Agromyzidae, within the order Diptera.
Where is Aulagromyza populicola found?
Habitat: Where Poplars, the larval host species are present.
When is Aulagromyza populicola active?
Aulagromyza populicola: seasonal activity - Click on the '.