Shiny Blue Bottle Fly
Cynomya cadaverina
This record describes Cynomya cadaverina (species). Recorded family: Calliphoridae. Recorded order: Diptera.
Identification and Appearance
Lacks a presutural intra-alar bristle (character state also present in the western Calliphora grahami ) Thorax with a dark median stripe. Face reddish brown. known to cause myiasis in older wounds
Wikipedia reference for Cynomya cadaverina: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cynomya_cadaverina.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Diptera (Flies)
- Superfamily
- Oestroidea
- Family
- Calliphoridae (Blow Flies)
- Subfamily
- Calliphorinae
- Genus
- Cynomya
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Common on carrion and excrement ( 4 )
Geographic Range
NA (widespread: AK to Greenland, south to CA-TX-GA)
Seasonal Activity
Most common in fall and spring ( 4 )
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Decaying materials, especially carrion/excrement ( 4 )
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Cynomya cadaverina Robineau-Desvoidy 1830
About Flies: the wider group
Order-level background for Diptera, the group containing Cynomya cadaverina. 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 Shiny Blue Bottle Fly (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Eric R. Eaton; Additional contributions by Bbarnd , Andrew Meeds , v belov , Arturo Santos
Frequently Asked Questions About Shiny Blue Bottle Fly
What is Shiny Blue Bottle Fly?
Shiny Blue Bottle Fly (Cynomya cadaverina) is a species in the family Calliphoridae, within the order Diptera.
How do you identify Shiny Blue Bottle Fly?
Lacks a presutural intra-alar bristle (character state also present in the western Calliphora grahami ) Thorax with a dark median stripe. Face reddish brown.
Where is Shiny Blue Bottle Fly found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Common on carrion and excrement ( 4 ) |
| Range | NA (widespread: AK to Greenland, south to CA-TX-GA) |
What does Shiny Blue Bottle Fly eat?
The diet of the Shiny Blue Bottle Fly includes Decaying materials, especially carrion/excrement ( 4 ).
When is Shiny Blue Bottle Fly active?
Shiny Blue Bottle Fly: seasonal activity - Most common in fall and spring ( 4 ).