Cylindromyia interrupta
This record describes Cylindromyia interrupta (species). Recorded family: Tachinidae. Recorded order: Diptera.
Identification and Appearance
The only eastern species of Cylindromyia with discal bristles on intermediate tergites. The western C. compressa usually has discals and can be distinguished by a second, small pair of bristles near tip of scutellum. (Both of these species have only one strong pair, compared to two strong pairs and a third weak pair in most other species.)
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Diptera (Flies)
- Superfamily
- Oestroidea
- Family
- Tachinidae (Parasitic Flies)
- Subfamily
- Phasiinae
- Tribe
- Cylindromyiini
- Genus
- Cylindromyia
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Holarctic; most of North America
About Flies: the wider group
Order-level background for Diptera, the group containing Cylindromyia interrupta. 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 Cylindromyia interrupta (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by John F. Carr
Frequently Asked Questions About Cylindromyia interrupta
What is Cylindromyia interrupta?
Cylindromyia interrupta is a species in the family Tachinidae, within the order Diptera.
How do you identify Cylindromyia interrupta?
The only eastern species of Cylindromyia with discal bristles on intermediate tergites. The western C. compressa usually has discals and can be distinguished by a second, small pair of bristles near tip of scutellum. (Both of these species have only one strong pair, compared to two strong pairs and a third weak pair in most other species.)
Where is Cylindromyia interrupta found?
Range: Holarctic; most of North America