Pseudolimnophila luteipennis
This record describes Pseudolimnophila luteipennis (species). Recorded family: Limoniidae. Recorded order: Diptera.
Identification and Appearance
Body gray, paler laterally, wing yellowish with brown markings on crossveins and forks of veins. Cell m1 present (vein M1+2 forked).
Wikipedia reference for Pseudolimnophila luteipennis: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pseudolimnophila_luteipennis.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Diptera (Flies)
- Family
- Limoniidae (Limoniid Crane Flies)
- Tribe
- Hexatomini
- Genus
- Pseudolimnophila
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
"especially characteristic of helophytic associations" (Alexander, 1943)
Geographic Range
Widespread in United States and southern Canada
Seasonal Activity
Spring to fall
About Flies: the wider group
Order-level background for Diptera, the group containing Pseudolimnophila luteipennis. 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 Pseudolimnophila luteipennis (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Chen Young; Additional contributions by Vox Sciurorum
Frequently Asked Questions About Pseudolimnophila luteipennis
What is Pseudolimnophila luteipennis?
Pseudolimnophila luteipennis is a species in the family Limoniidae, within the order Diptera.
How do you identify Pseudolimnophila luteipennis?
Body gray, paler laterally, wing yellowish with brown markings on crossveins and forks of veins. Cell m1 present (vein M1+2 forked).
Where is Pseudolimnophila luteipennis found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | especially characteristic of helophytic associations (Alexander, 1943) |
| Range | Widespread in United States and southern Canada |
When is Pseudolimnophila luteipennis active?
Pseudolimnophila luteipennis: seasonal activity - Spring to fall.