Phytomyza cytisi
This record describes Phytomyza cytisi (species). Recorded family: Agromyzidae. Recorded order: Diptera.
Identification and Appearance
The larvae of the fly Phytomyza cytisi mine the leaves of Laburnum. The mine is linear with primary feeding lines often distinct. Frass is usually in black thread-like strips. See the National Agromyzidae Recording Scheme website for further details of puparium, adult insect and host plants. ref.: Warrington, B.P. (2023). Phytomyza cytisi . Accessed at https://agromyzidae.co.uk/species/agromyzidae/phytomyzinae/phytomyza/phytomyza-cytisi/ on 13/12/2023) Leafmine: Please provide a back-lit image of the mine and state the host 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. Leafmine may be found between June and December. Pupation occurs outside the mine. Puparium brown. Widespread, but sometimes local in Britain.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Diptera
- Family
- Agromyzidae
- Genus
- Phytomyza
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Hostplant:
Seasonal Activity
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Diet and Behavior
Life History
Pupation occurs outside the mine. Puparium brown.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread, but sometimes local in Britain.
About Flies: the wider group
Order-level background for Diptera, the group containing Phytomyza cytisi. 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 Phytomyza cytisi (4)
Frequently Asked Questions About Phytomyza cytisi
What is Phytomyza cytisi?
Phytomyza cytisi is a species in the family Agromyzidae, within the order Diptera.
Where is Phytomyza cytisi found?
Habitat: Hostplant:
When is Phytomyza cytisi active?
Phytomyza cytisi: seasonal activity - Click on the '.
What is the life cycle of a Phytomyza cytisi?
Pupation occurs outside the mine. Puparium brown.