Agromyzidae

Phytomyza angelicastri

This record describes Phytomyza angelicastri (species). Recorded family: Agromyzidae.

Identification and Appearance

Phytomyza angelicastri - Phytomyza angelicastri

The larvae of the fly Phytomyza angelicastri mine the leaves of Wild Angelica and Ground Elder. This can be a variable leafmine though often linear, following the leaf margin but sometimes creating a blotch mine on the upper leaf surface. See the National Agromyzidae Recording Scheme webpage for this species for further details of puparium and adult insect. Phytomyza angelicae, Phytomyza archangelicae, Phytomyza chaerophylli and Phytomyza obscurella can all form identical mines. ref.: Warrington, B.P. (2023). Phytomyza angelicastri . Accessed at https://agromyzidae.co.uk/species/agromyzidae/phytomyzinae/phytomyza/ph… on 13/12/2023) Leafmine: The adult should be reared through and identified in order to establish the species. Click on the ' further details ' link in the 'Description' section above. Then click on the Phenology tab which will provide phenology details for both adult and larval stages. The larval leafmines can be found between June and November. Warrington, B. P. 2022 . A provisional review of the status of Agromyzidae in Great Britain & Northern Ireland

Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Arthropoda
Genus
Phytomyza

Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.

Habitat and Range

Habitat

Wherever the larval foodplants occur.

Seasonal Activity

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Additional species information

Recorded status

A rather local species in Britain.

Photos of Phytomyza angelicastri (2)

Phytomyza angelicastri - photo 1
Phytomyza angelicastri - photo 2

Frequently Asked Questions About Phytomyza angelicastri

What is Phytomyza angelicastri?

Phytomyza angelicastri is a species in the family Agromyzidae.

Where is Phytomyza angelicastri found?

Habitat: Wherever the larval foodplants occur.

When is Phytomyza angelicastri active?

Phytomyza angelicastri: seasonal activity - Click on the '.