Euxesta notata
This record describes Euxesta notata (species). Recorded family: Ulidiidae. Recorded order: Diptera.
Identification and Appearance
Distinguished from other Euxesta by the combination of Apparently cell sc may be slightly darkened, giving the basal band an L shape, possibly only in males.
Wikipedia reference for Euxesta notata: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Euxesta_notata.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
Lower 48 states, Mexico, tropics. Introduced to Europe and now widespread there.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Euxesta notata ( Wiedemann 1830)
About Flies: the wider group
Order-level background for Diptera, the group containing Euxesta notata. 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 Euxesta notata (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by cotinis , Vox Sciurorum
Frequently Asked Questions About Euxesta notata
What is Euxesta notata?
Euxesta notata is a species in the family Ulidiidae, within the order Diptera.
How do you identify Euxesta notata?
Distinguished from other Euxesta by the combination of
Where is Euxesta notata found?
Range: Lower 48 states, Mexico, tropics. Introduced to Europe and now widespread there.