Chaetostomella cylindrica
This record describes Chaetostomella cylindrica (species). Recorded family: Tephritidae. Recorded order: Diptera.
Identification and Appearance
A well-marked member of the Tephritidae family. However there are similar species and good images are needed. Please provide supporting images with your records for this species. Meadows and verges where Knapweed and thistles are present. Larvae feed in the buds of Knapweed and thistles. Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain. No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Diptera
- Family
- Tephritidae
- Genus
- Chaetostomella
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Meadows and verges where Knapweed and thistles are present.
Seasonal Activity
May to August.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Larvae feed in the buds of Knapweed and thistles.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain.
About Flies: the wider group
Order-level background for Diptera, the group containing Chaetostomella cylindrica. 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 Chaetostomella cylindrica (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Chaetostomella cylindrica
What is Chaetostomella cylindrica?
Chaetostomella cylindrica is a species in the family Tephritidae, within the order Diptera.
Where is Chaetostomella cylindrica found?
Habitat: Meadows and verges where Knapweed and thistles are present.
When is Chaetostomella cylindrica active?
Chaetostomella cylindrica: seasonal activity - May to August..
What is the life cycle of a Chaetostomella cylindrica?
Larvae feed in the buds of Knapweed and thistles.