Calycomyza artemisiae
This record describes Calycomyza artemisiae (species). Recorded family: Agromyzidae. Recorded order: Diptera.
Identification and Appearance
The larvae of the fly Calycomyza artemisiae mine the leaves of Mugwort and some related plant species. The mine is an opaque, pale upper-surface blotch. See the National Agromyzidae Recording Scheme webpage for this species for further details of puparium and adult insect . The micro moth Leucospilapteryx omissella and tephritid fly Trypeta artemisiae (ref.: Warrington, B.P. (2023). Calycomyza artemisiae . Accessed at https://agromyzidae.co.uk/species/agromyzidae/phytomyzinae/calycomyza/calycomyza-artemisiae/ on 12/12/2023) Provide backlit photographs of the whole leaf-mine in the leaf, and note the host plant. 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. Leafmines are mainly encountered between May and November. 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
- Family
- Agromyzidae
- Genus
- Calycomyza
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Seasonal Activity
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Diet and Behavior
Life History
Pupation occurs outside of the mine.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Local
About Flies: the wider group
Order-level background for Diptera, the group containing Calycomyza artemisiae. 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 Calycomyza artemisiae (8)
Frequently Asked Questions About Calycomyza artemisiae
What is Calycomyza artemisiae?
Calycomyza artemisiae is a species in the family Agromyzidae, within the order Diptera.
When is Calycomyza artemisiae active?
Calycomyza artemisiae: seasonal activity - Click on the '.
What is the life cycle of a Calycomyza artemisiae?
Pupation occurs outside of the mine.