Try for Free
tab list
Picture Insect
English
arrow
English
繁體中文
日本語
Español
Français
Deutsch
Pусский
Português
Italiano
한국어
Nederlands
العربية
Home Application Download FAQ
English
English
繁體中文
日本語
Español
Français
Deutsch
Pусский
Português
Italiano
한국어
Nederlands
العربية
Icon about
About
Icon about
General Info
Icon about
Search Tips
Icon about
Harmful or Not
Icon about
Harmful Effects
Icon about
Common FAQs
Icon about
Similar Insects
Icon about
Popular Insects
Nemorimyza posticata

Nemorimyza posticata

Nemorimyza posticata

A species of Nemorimyza

Nemorimyza posticata is a species of fly in the family Agromyzidae. It is found in the Palearctic. Description : Interocular space matt black. Lunule soft black. Antennae and palps black. Mésonotum brilliant black. Acrostichal bristles sparse and in 7-8 rows. Legs brownish black all the knees yellow. Haltere knob whitish yellow. Female: abdomen black, les the two last segments clear brown. Male: The base of the abdomen more or less dark, the rest yellow.- Long. : 2,5–3 mm. Life cycle : The larva mines Solidago.

General Info About Nemorimyza posticata
Instantly identify insects with a snap
Snap a photo for instant insect ID and risk assessment, gaining quick insights on bite assessment, toxicity, pest control, behavior, habitat, and safe interaction tips, etc.
Download the App for Free
Rectangle
Attributes of Nemorimyza posticata
Colors
Brown
Black
Habitat
field
Adult Food Sources
Plant nectar, honeydew produced by aphids, pollen of various plants, organic detritus
Larva Food Source
Leaves of fabaceae plants such as clover, leguminous plant foliage, leaf tissues of vicia species, vegetative parts of trifolium species
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Sponging mouthparts
qrcode
Img download isoImg download android
Rectangle
Distribution Area of Nemorimyza posticata
Palearctic
Rectangle
Predators of Adult Nemorimyza posticata
Birds, praying mantises, spiders
Rectangle
Interesting Facts About Nemorimyza posticata
Nemorimyza posticata navigates in a unique zigzag flight pattern that helps it escape predators more effectively than straight-line flying.
Rectangle
Scientific Classification of Nemorimyza posticata
Tips for Finding Nemorimyza posticata
Your ultimate guide to understanding insects
Unlock the secrets of insect life cycles, habitats, behaviors and observation tips!!
Download the App for Free
Rectangle
Youth Habitat of Nemorimyza posticata
Forests and Woodlands, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, On and Within Other Organisms (Parasitic and Symbiotic Relationships)
Rectangle
Adult Habitat of Nemorimyza posticata
Forests and Woodlands, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Urban and Suburban Areas
Rectangle
How Can You Attract Nemorimyza posticata
Nemorimyza posticata may be attracted to the specific plants they infest, so using such plants or their parts could act as a lure.
Rectangle
Habitat Preferences of Nemorimyza posticata Through Different Life Stages
Eggs of nemorimyza posticata are typically laid on the leaf surface of host plants, such as various Asteraceae species. As larvae, nemorimyza posticata mine inside the leaves, creating visible trails. To observe these larvae, one would examine the leaves of host plants for the characteristic leaf mines they create. Pupation usually occurs within the mined leaf or in the soil nearby, so searching for pupae involves inspecting the ground under infected plants or dissecting the mined leaves. Adult nemorimyza posticata, being flyers, frequent areas around host plants and can also be found on the flowers, where they feed on nectar. Surveying these adults entails visiting flowering plants during warmer parts of the day when they are most active.
Rectangle
When is the Best Time to Observe Nemorimyza posticata
The best time to search for nemorimyza posticata is usually during daylight hours when the adults are most active and visible.
Rectangle
What is the Best Weather to Observe Nemorimyza posticata
Nemorimyza posticata are likely to be more active during warm and humid conditions which are conducive to insect activity.
Are Nemorimyza posticata harmful?
Your Complete Pest Control Guide
Discover effective tips for preventing and eliminating pest infestations to keep bugs away from your home.
Download the App for Free
Harmful Effects of Nemorimyza posticata
Reveal the harmful impacts of diverse insects
Explore the dangers of insects related to toxicity, lethality, human biting, human stinging, pathogenicity, hematophagy, allergenicity, parasitism, etc.
Download the App for Free
Rectangle
Hurt Plant

As nemorimyza posticata larvae feed within the leaves, they create conspicuous tunnels known as leaf mines. These serpentine galleries disrupt the leaf tissue, hindering photosynthesis and potentially leading to secondary infections in the host Asteraceae plants. Over time, this damage can reduce the aesthetic and physiological vigor of the plant.

More Effects of Nemorimyza posticata

Common Questions People Also Ask
Get Quick Insect Answers with a Snap
Snap a photo for instant insect ID and answers on bites, toxicity, pest control, behavior, habitat, and safety tips!
Download the App for Free
More Insects that are Similar to Nemorimyza posticata
Mallow leafminer
Mallow leafminer

Calycomyza malvae is a species of leaf miner fly in the family Agromyzidae.

Read More
Arrow
Calycomyza flavinotum
Calycomyza flavinotum

Calycomyza flavinotum is a species of leaf miner fly (family Agromyzidae). It creates whitish blotch-shaped mines on the leaves of Ageratina altissima, Arctium minus (lesser burdock), Eupatorium spp., Eutrochium maculatum (spotted Joe Pye weed), and Eutrochium purpureum (purple Joe Pye weed), all flowering plants in the sunflower family.

Read More
Arrow
Holly leaf miner
Holly leaf miner

The holly fly mines on the leaves that year sprout from the buds of holly. The eggs are laid in June at the start of the summer. The holly fly also flies around this time.

Read More
Arrow
Phytomyza agromyzina
Phytomyza agromyzina

Phytomyza agromyzina is a species of leaf miner fly in the family Agromyzidae. It is found in Europe.

Read More
Arrow
Phytomyza opacae
Phytomyza opacae

Phytomyza opacae is a species in the family Agromyzidae ("leaf miner flies"), in the order Diptera ("flies").

Read More
Arrow
Phytomyza aralivora
Phytomyza aralivora

Phytomyza aralivora is a species of leaf miner fly in the family Agromyzidae.

Read More
Arrow
Native holly leafminer
Native holly leafminer

Phytomyza ilicicola, the native holly leafminer, is a species of leaf miner fly in the family Agromyzidae.

Read More
Arrow
Vegetable leaf miner
Vegetable leaf miner

Eggs of Liriomyza sativae measure approximately 0.3 - 0.1 mm and are translucent and whitish. The larvae are legless grubs, with no head capsule. They are translucent at first, but become yellowish-orange in later instars. The pupae are oval and slightly flattened and vary in colour from yellowish-orange to a darker golden brown when the adults are nearly ready to emerge. The adults are up to 1.8 mm long, with females being larger than males; the face, frons, third segment of the antenna and scutellum are yellow, and the mesothorax and abdomen are black, although the edges of some plates on the abdomen are yellow. The limbs are brown with yellow femora and coxa.

Read More
Arrow
Other Popular Insects
Western honey bee
Western honey bee

Western honey bee(Apis mellifera) is the most common species of honeybee in the world. Among the first domesticated insects, its cultural and economic impact on humanity has been vast and far-reaching, providing honey, wax and its services as a pollinator. Western honey bee faces challenges worldwide, such as colony collapse disorder, and populations are thought to be decreasing.

Read More
Arrow
Monarch butterfly
Monarch butterfly

The monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is the most recognizable butterfly in North America. It is best known for its appearance, but should be better known for the fact that it has a 3000-mile migration that takes the butterfly 4 generations to complete. Their diet is also a natural deterrent for predators, as they eat milkweed, a poison that induces vomiting.

Read More
Arrow
Japanese rhinoceros beetle
Japanese rhinoceros beetle

The japanese rhinoceros beetle (Trypoxylus dichotomus) is a massive beetle about the size of the palm of a hand. It's distinguished by its long Y-shaped horn, which it uses to fight other males with. It's a nocturnal bug that feeds on sap and sweet fruits. This species is sometimes kept as a pet due to its unique appearance and simple care requirements.

Read More
Arrow
Silkworm
Silkworm

The silken threads produced by silkworm during its larval stage have been highly coveted for millennia, manifesting as a luxurious fabric in human society. Remarkably, this creature has a singular diet, feeding exclusively on the leaves of its primary host plant from which it extracts the necessary nutrients to facilitate its transition into a non-feeding, winged adult.

Read More
Arrow
Menelaus blue morpho
Menelaus blue morpho

Menelaus blue morpho (Morpho menelaus) is a gorgeous butterfly with large, royal blue wings. Linnaeus named the genus Morpho the Aphrodite-Ancient Greek goddess of love and beauty for its extreme beauty. It is native to tropical rainforests. Though many butterfly gardens now cultivate them in captivity, there are still many people who never get a chance to see them.

Read More
Arrow
Atlas moth
Atlas moth

While the atlas moth (Attacus atlas) can't tell you where to find your country on the map, it does earn its name through other means. It is one of the largest moths in the world, with a wingspan that is far larger than its body, creating an abnormal comparison. In India, their silk is gathered in a non-commercial capacity and is considered to be more durable than the domestic silkworm.

Read More
Arrow
Flying peacock spider
Flying peacock spider

Both sexes reach about 5 mm in body length. Females and immatures of both sexes are brown but have color patterns by which they can be distinguished from related species. Also, the males dance to attract females.

Read More
Arrow
Multicolored asian ladybeetle
Multicolored asian ladybeetle

Often confused for the ladybug, multicolored asian ladybeetle (Harmonia axyridis) is a separate species that, unlike the ladybug, is a household pest. It is considered particularly annoying for its habit of returning to places from which it is removed. One of the most variable species in the world, there are many different colors and patterns multicolored asian ladybeetle may display, making identification potentially difficult.

Read More
Arrow