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Cheilotrichia cinerascens

Cheilotrichia cinerascens

A species of Cheilotrichia

Cheilotrichia cinerascens is a palearctic species of craneflies in the family Limoniidae. It is found in a wide range of habitats and micro habitats: in earth rich in humus, in swamps and marshes, in leaf litter and in wet spots in woods.

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Attributes of Cheilotrichia cinerascens
Colors
Brown
Black
Habitat
Humus; swamp; marsh; leaf litter; wet spot in wood
Adult Food Sources
None (Adults do not feed and rely on energy stored from the younger stage)
Larva Food Source
Decaying organic matter, leaf litter, decomposing plant material, microorganisms, dead animal matter
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Vestigial
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Species Status of Cheilotrichia cinerascens
Common
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Distribution Area of Cheilotrichia cinerascens
France
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Life Cycle of Cheilotrichia cinerascens
Egg The egg of cheilotrichia cinerascens is typically oval and minute. The color may vary, starting from translucent and transitioning to darker shades as development progresses. Incubation duration varies, ultimately ending with larval emergence.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva of cheilotrichia cinerascens is worm-like, lacking wings and compound eyes. It molts several times, growing larger with each stage. These instars differ primarily in size, and occasionally in color, feeding voraciously on organic material.
Pupal The pupa of cheilotrichia cinerascens is a non-feeding stage, encased in a puparium. It exhibits a remarkable transformation, reorganizing internally. Color and shape evolve as tissues develop into adult structures, albeit immobilized until metamorphosis concludes.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult cheilotrichia cinerascens's development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Interesting Facts About Cheilotrichia cinerascens
Cheilotrichia cinerascens larvae can live underwater for months, breathing through a snorkel-like siphon while feeding on decaying organic matter.
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Scientific Classification of Cheilotrichia cinerascens
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Youth Habitat of Cheilotrichia cinerascens
Forests and Woodlands, Freshwater Habitats, Rotting and Decaying Matter
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Adult Habitat of Cheilotrichia cinerascens
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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When is the Best Time to Observe Cheilotrichia cinerascens
The best time to find adult cheilotrichia cinerascens is typically during the warmer months of the year when they are most active. The specific time of day may vary but is often around dusk.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Cheilotrichia cinerascens
Mild, humid conditions are ideal as cheilotrichia cinerascens prefers moist environments, although they can be found after rain or near bodies of water in a variety of weather conditions.
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How and Where Can You Find Cheilotrichia cinerascens at Different Life Stages
Larva Larvae of cheilotrichia cinerascens can be found in moist soil or organic detritus near water bodies. Searching for them involves carefully sifting through mud or decaying leaves in such habitats.
Pupal Pupae of cheilotrichia cinerascens could be found buried in the same moist environments as the larvae. They are typically less mobile, so look for them by gently excavating the soil or organic matter in the larvae's habitat.
Adult Adult cheilotrichia cinerascens is often found near water bodies, resting on vegetation. They can be located by walking slowly and looking for them resting on the leaves of plants or hovering near the water surface. A sweep net can be used to safely catch them for observation.
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Beneficial Effects of Cheilotrichia cinerascens
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Decomposers
Decomposers
Stage
Larvae
Cheilotrichia cinerascens larvae fulfill a crucial ecological role by breaking down organic matter. They facilitate the decomposition of dead animals, plant debris, and feces. The larvae consume this decomposing matter, providing nutrient recycling in ecosystems. Their digestion turns complex organic compounds into simpler ones, which plants can use again. Interestingly, cheilotrichia cinerascens larvae can assist in forensic investigations by helping to determine the time of death.
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