Eurimyia stipata
long-nosed swamp fly
Eurimyia stipata, commonly known as the long-nosed swamp fly, is a of syrphid fly found in northern North America. are medium-sized hover flies with distinctive striped thoracic patterning and yellow abdominal markings. The species belongs to a with aquatic larval development.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Eurimyia stipata: /ˌjʊrɪˈmaɪə ˈstɪpətə/
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Identification
Distinguished by the combination of a long (implied by 'long-nosed' ), striped , and sawtooth-patterned yellow abdominal spots. The overall size range and northern distribution help separate it from similar syrphid in the region.
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Appearance
measure 11.7–17.1 mm in length. The (thoracic dorsum) displays distinct striping. The features sawtooth-shaped yellow spots.
Habitat
Associated with swampy or wetland environments, inferred from and aquatic larval of the .
Distribution
Observed across northern North America.
Diet
feed on nectar and pollen from flowers.
Life Cycle
Larvae are aquatic, developing in water.
Behavior
engage in hovering near flowers, typical of syrphid flies.
Ecological Role
flower-visiting suggests potential pollination activity. Aquatic larvae likely contribute to nutrient cycling in freshwater .
Similar Taxa
- Other Eurimyia speciesShare aquatic larval and general syrphid ; distinguished by specific pattern of thoracic striping and abdominal spot shape
- Other Syrphidae with striped thoracesSimilar hover fly appearance; separated by combination of size, abdominal spot pattern, and geographic distribution
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Nomenclature
The 'long-nosed swamp fly' refers to the elongated characteristic of this .