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Hylemya variata

Hylemya variata

Hylemya variata

A species of Hylemya

Hylemya variata is a species of fly in the family Anthomyiidae. It is found in the Palearctic . For identification see

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Attributes of Hylemya variata
Colors
Brown
Black
Gray
White
Habitat
Around dung; sunning on fence
Adult Food Sources
Nectar, honeydew, plant sap, fruit juices, decaying organic matter
Larva Food Source
Roots of brassica crops, radish, cabbage, turnip, mustard
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
Sponging mouthparts
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Species Status of Hylemya variata
Common
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Distribution Area of Hylemya variata
Palearctic
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Life Cycle of Hylemya variata
Egg Eggs laid by the adult hylemya variata are usually small, oval, and of a color that camouflages with the surroundings. The embryonic hylemya variata develops inside, preparing to hatch.
Larva The larva, also known as a maggot, lacks true legs and eyes. Its body is elongated and generally pale. This stage is focused on feeding and rapid growth, leading to several molts.
Pupal The hylemya variata enters a non-feeding developmental stage, encased in a puparium. During this time, it undergoes significant transformation in structure and form, preparing for adult life.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult hylemya variata'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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Predators of Hylemya variata Larvae
Frogs and toads, birds, jumping spiders, mantises
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Predators of Adult Hylemya variata
Birds, monkey, jumping spiders, mantises, geckos
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Scientific Classification of Hylemya variata
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Youth Habitat of Hylemya variata
Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Grasslands and Prairies
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Adult Habitat of Hylemya variata
Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas, Forests and Woodlands
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How Can You Attract Hylemya variata
Since hylemya variata is part of the Anthomyiidae family, adults may be lured using substances they find attractive such as fermenting or decaying organic material.
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Habitat Preferences of Hylemya variata Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of hylemya variata are typically deposited on decaying organic matter, such as compost piles or manure. The larvae, or maggots, are found burrowing within these nutrient-rich substrates where they feed and develop. Pupation occurs in the soil nearby the feeding site, often just below the surface. Adults are commonly seen hovering around plants or sitting on foliage and flowers in gardens, agricultural fields, or near waste disposals, where they mate and the females search for suitable sites to lay their eggs. If one wished to observe the various life stages, searching through decomposing vegetable matter or beneath the soil surface near such materials would yield larvae and pupae, while plants in the aforementioned areas are favourable spots to encounter adults.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Hylemya variata
The best time to find hylemya variata often depends on the active periods of the insect's life cycle, usually in the warmer months when adults are flying to mate and lay eggs.
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Harmful Effects of Hylemya variata
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Agricultural Pests

Hylemya variata larvae feed on roots and stems, causing plant weakening and sometimes death. Infestations vary from mild plant stress to severe crop loss, and extensive harm can lead to notable economic impact on agriculture.

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