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Suillia variegata

Suillia variegata

Suillia variegata

A species of Suillia

Suillia variegata is a Palearctic species of Heleomyzidae.

General Info About Suillia variegata
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Attributes of Suillia variegata
Colors
Brown
Black
Red
Gray
Habitat
Fungi; decaying matter
Adult Food Sources
Nectar, pollen, plant exudates, honeydew, rotting fruit
Larva Food Source
Decaying organic matter, fungi, decaying fruit, decaying vegetables, manure
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
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 Suillia variegata
Very frequent
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Distribution Area of Suillia variegata
Palearctic
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Life Cycle of Suillia variegata
Egg During the egg stage, the suillia variegata is small, usually oval, and varies in color depending on the species. It's immobile and serves as the first developmental stage after oviposition.
Larva At this stage, the suillia variegata commonly referred to as a maggot, lacks true legs and eyes. It's worm-like, with a soft body that varies in color and size, feeding voraciously for growth.
Pupal The suillia variegata's pupal stage is a non-feeding phase where transformation occurs inside a puparium, resulting in a hardened exterior. The organism is immobile, undergoing significant metamorphosis.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult suillia variegata is characterized by wings, compound eyes, and sexually mature organs. The body is robust and pigmented, signifying the creature's reproductive and dispersal phase.
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Predators of Suillia variegata Larvae
Birds, jumping spiders, mantises
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Predators of Adult Suillia variegata
Birds, rodents, jumping spiders
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Interesting Facts About Suillia variegata
Despite its unassuming appearance, suillia variegata can taste with its feet, a strategy that aids in identifying suitable plants for nourishment quickly.
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Scientific Classification of Suillia variegata
Tips for Finding Suillia variegata
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Youth Habitat of Suillia variegata
Rotting and Decaying Matter, Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies
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Adult Habitat of Suillia variegata
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Urban and Suburban Areas
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How Can You Attract Suillia variegata
In the absence of a species name, it's difficult to specify a trap food for suillia variegata. However, for many Diptera, ripe or fermenting fruit can act as an attractive food bait for adults.
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Habitat Preferences of Suillia variegata Through Different Life Stages
The larvae of suillia variegata thrive in decomposing organic matter, especially within fermenting tree sap flows or fungal fruiting bodies. A suitable search would start by inspecting such nutrient-rich environments, typically in wooded areas where tree injuries are common. The pupal stage may be located in the soil or leaf litter near these decomposition sites, where they form a puparium. Adults are commonly found in the vicinity of the larvae's feeding grounds, often observed hovering or resting on adjacent vegetation. Searching for adults would require a visit to nearby sunny clearings or woodland edges where flowers and sap flows are accessible.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Suillia variegata
For adult suillia variegata, the most suitable time to find them is usually during the warmer daylight hours when they are most active. For larvae, timing might vary and would often depend on the specific lifecycle of the species.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Suillia variegata
Typically, adult suillia variegata are easiest to find in mild to warm weather, as extreme temperatures can reduce their activity. Dry conditions are usually better than wet for observing adults, while larvae might require moist environments.
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How and Where Can You Find Suillia variegata at Different Life Stages
Egg Eggs of suillia variegata are likely to be laid in the soil, on plants, or other organic matter depending on the species. Locating them requires careful examination of the potential oviposition sites.
Larva Larvae of suillia variegata are likely to be found in soil, under decaying matter, or within the host organism if they are parasitic. Inspecting these areas, particularly under organic debris, can lead to discoveries.
Pupal Pupae of suillia variegata can often be found in similar habitats as the larvae, usually within a cocoon or puparium. They may be buried in soil or located under debris or on plants.
Adult Adult suillia variegata can typically be found in environments with access to food, such as flowering plants or decomposing material. They may also be attracted to light traps at night.
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