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Marsh snipe fly

Marsh snipe fly

Rhagio tringarius

A species of Rhagio

The marsh snipe fly (Rhagio tringarius) is a type of snipe fly that spends its time in moist areas. They are known to be mostly orange and covered in black splotches. You are most likely to find them resting on tree trunks or fences, but their wingless larvae spend all of their time on the ground to find food.

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Attributes of Marsh snipe fly
Colors
Black
Yellow
Orange
Habitat
meadow; wood; vegetation
Adult Food Sources
Small insects, nectar, honeydew, plant sap
Larva Food Source
Other insect larvae, small invertebrates
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Marsh snipe fly is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Yes
Mouthparts Type
Piercing-sucking mouthparts
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Species Status of Marsh snipe fly
It is present in most of European countries.
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Distribution Area of Marsh snipe fly
Most of European countries
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Appearance of Marsh snipe fly
Rhagio tringarius can reach a length of 8 - 14 mm. The abdomen and the long slender legs are yellow-orange. The patterning on the abdomen is quite variable, but usually it shows black well spaced dorsal triangles. Also the last abdomen tergites are black. Wings are clear, as this fly lacks the dark wing stigma common in the genus Rhagio.
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Life Cycle of Marsh snipe fly
Egg The egg stage is characterized by the deposition of eggs in a suitable environment for development. At this early stage, the marsh snipe fly is encapsulated and undergoing initial development changes.
Larva In the larval stage, the marsh snipe fly resembles a worm-like creature, lacking developed wings and legs. Eating and growth are the primary activities, increasing in size through a series of molts.
Pupal During the pupal stage, the marsh snipe fly is quiescent, encased within a puparium. Transformation includes developing wings, adult musculature, and internal organs. This stage represents a reorganization from larval to adult form.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult marsh snipe fly’s development is marked by prominent wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is mature and the adult is capable of flight, seeking mates and laying eggs.
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Adult Size of Marsh snipe fly
8 - 14 mm
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Predators of Marsh snipe fly Larvae
Frogs, toads, birds, spiders, beetles, ants
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Scientific Classification of Marsh snipe fly
Class
Bugs
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Order
Flies
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Genus
Rhagio
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Adult Habitat of Marsh snipe fly
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Freshwater Habitats, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Urban and Suburban Areas
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Habitat Preferences of Marsh snipe fly Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of marsh snipe fly are often laid on damp soil or decaying organic matter. Once hatched, the larvae tend to dwell in similar environments where they can feed on organic debris or small invertebrates. Seeking out these stages may involve inspecting moist soil in woodlands, meadows, and near streams. The pupae are typically found buried in soil or under leaf litter in the same general areas. As adults, marsh snipe fly are usually seen in open, sunny spots within forests, fields, and alongside water bodies where they hunt for prey or mate. To observe the adults, one might walk along forest edges or meadows during sunny days.
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Predators of Pests
Predators of Pests
Purpose
Feed Itself
Diets
Aphids
Marsh snipe fly is an adept predator in both its larval and adult life stages. As a larva, it crawls through the soil, hunting for soft-bodied insects, primarily aphids. Adult marsh snipe fly are also predators, capturing aphids directly from plants. Their predation helps control aphid populations, which are known pests in agriculture.
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