Dolichopus crenatus
This record describes Dolichopus crenatus (species). Recorded family: Dolichopodidae. Recorded order: Diptera.
Identification and Appearance
Distinguished from other species with lamellicornis -like antennae by the pale setae of the calypters and the thick arista of the male.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Diptera (Flies)
- Superfamily
- Empidoidea
- Family
- Dolichopodidae (Longlegged Flies)
- Subfamily
- Dolichopodinae
- Genus
- Dolichopus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Southern Canada and western USA
About Flies: the wider group
Order-level background for Diptera, the group containing Dolichopus crenatus. 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 Dolichopus crenatus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by John F. Carr
Frequently Asked Questions About Dolichopus crenatus
What is Dolichopus crenatus?
Dolichopus crenatus is a species in the family Dolichopodidae, within the order Diptera.
How do you identify Dolichopus crenatus?
Distinguished from other species with lamellicornis -like antennae by the pale setae of the calypters and the thick arista of the male.
Where is Dolichopus crenatus found?
Range: Southern Canada and western USA