Cladura flavoferruginea
This record describes Cladura flavoferruginea (species). Recorded family: Limoniidae. Recorded order: Diptera.
Identification and Appearance
Adult: body orangish-yellow in preserved specimens (more brownish-orange in live individuals) with brown bands across dorsal surface of abdomen; ventral surface of abdomen pale yellowish; wings transparent with brown dots along cross-veins; legs orangish-yellow with small dark band at distal end of each segment page creation based on Chen Young's identification of this image
Wikipedia reference for Cladura flavoferruginea: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cladura_flavoferruginea.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Diptera (Flies)
- Family
- Limoniidae (Limoniid Crane Flies)
- Tribe
- Eriopterini
- Genus
- Cladura
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
woodlands: adults are often seen on the uppper surface of leaves; larvae develop in relatively dry soil in woodlands
Geographic Range
northeastern United States: Pennsylvania to North Carolina, west to at least Minnesota
Seasonal Activity
adults fly from September to November
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: from the Latin "flavus" (yellow) + "ferruginus" (the color of iron rust; reddish-brown); refers to the color of the adults
About Flies: the wider group
Order-level background for Diptera, the group containing Cladura flavoferruginea. 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 Cladura flavoferruginea (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Robin McLeod
Frequently Asked Questions About Cladura flavoferruginea
What is Cladura flavoferruginea?
Cladura flavoferruginea is a species in the family Limoniidae, within the order Diptera.
How big is Cladura flavoferruginea?
body length 8-12 mm
How do you identify Cladura flavoferruginea?
Adult: body orangish-yellow in preserved specimens (more brownish-orange in live individuals) with brown bands across dorsal surface of abdomen; ventral surface of abdomen pale yellowish; wings transparent with brown dots along cross-veins; legs orangish-yellow with small dark band at distal end of each segment
Where is Cladura flavoferruginea found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | woodlands: adults are often seen on the uppper surface of leaves; larvae develop in relatively dry soil in woodlands |
| Range | northeastern United States: Pennsylvania to North Carolina, west to at least Minnesota |
When is Cladura flavoferruginea active?
Cladura flavoferruginea: seasonal activity - adults fly from September to November.