Barred Snout
Nemotelus uliginosus
This record describes Nemotelus uliginosus (species). Recorded family: Stratiomyidae. Recorded order: Diptera.
Identification and Appearance
This is a cream and black patterned soldier fly, the males have more of the creamy colour on the abdomen than the females. Females of the species can be distinguished from the similar Nemotelus notatus female by the shape of the white bars on the frons. In N. uliginosis they are parallel-sided bars and in N. notatus they are wedge shaped ..... Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required. If the photo doesn't show the key ID features then in the comments box describe the size and identifying characters you have observed. Saltmarsh, waste ground and unimproved grassland, but usually coastal. June to early September, peaking in July. Fairly frequent and widespread in Britain but most records are coastal.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Diptera
- Family
- Stratiomyidae
- Genus
- Nemotelus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Saltmarsh, waste ground and unimproved grassland, but usually coastal.
Seasonal Activity
June to early September, peaking in July.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Fairly frequent and widespread in Britain but most records are coastal.
About Flies: the wider group
Order-level background for Diptera, the group containing Nemotelus uliginosus. 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 Barred Snout (10)
Frequently Asked Questions About Barred Snout
What is Barred Snout?
Barred Snout (Nemotelus uliginosus) is a species in the family Stratiomyidae, within the order Diptera.
Where is Barred Snout found?
Habitat: Saltmarsh, waste ground and unimproved grassland, but usually coastal.
When is Barred Snout active?
Barred Snout: seasonal activity - June to early September, peaking in July..