Bristle-fly
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Archytas lateralis
Archytas lateralis is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It is distributed across North America, including Canada, the United States, and Mexico. As a member of the Tachinidae family, it is a parasitoid fly, though specific details about its host relationships and biology remain limited in available sources.
Belvosia bifasciata
Belvosia bifasciata is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It is a parasitoid fly native to the Americas, with records from the United States, Puerto Rico, Guatemala, and Mexico. The species was first described by Fabricius in 1775. As a tachinid fly, it likely serves as an internal parasite of other insects, though specific host records for this species are not well documented in the available literature.
Belvosia borealis
Belvosia borealis is a bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, first described by Aldrich in 1928. It is a parasitoid species that attacks moths in the genus Ceratomia. The species is distributed across northern North America, including Canada and the United States.
Besseria anthophila
Besseria anthophila is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It was described by Loew in 1871. The species has been recorded across a broad geographic range spanning North America and Eurasia. Like other tachinid flies, it is presumed to be a parasitoid, though specific host relationships have not been documented in the available sources.
Catharosia nebulosa
Catharosia nebulosa is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It was originally described as Sciasma nebulosa by Coquillett in 1897. The species belongs to the subfamily Phasiinae and tribe Catharosiini. As a tachinid fly, it is likely a parasitoid of other insects, though specific host relationships remain undocumented in the available literature.
Chromatocera setigena
Chromatocera setigena is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, first described by Coquillett in 1897. It is currently classified in the tribe Polideini, subfamily Tachininae. The species has undergone taxonomic revision, with some sources listing it under the synonym Lypha setigena. As a tachinid fly, it likely functions as a parasitoid, though specific biological details remain poorly documented.
Clairvillia timberlakei
Clairvillia timberlakei is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, originally described by Walton in 1914 under the basionym Dionaea timberlakei. It belongs to the subfamily Phasiinae and tribe Leucostomatini. The species is documented from North America, with records from Canada and the United States. As a tachinid fly, it is presumed to be a parasitoid, though specific host associations remain unverified.
Clausicella floridensis
Clausicella floridensis is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, a group of parasitoid flies. The species was described by Townsend in 1892. It occurs in North America, with records from Canada and the United States. As a tachinid, it likely parasitizes other insects, though specific host relationships remain undocumented.
Copecrypta ruficauda
bristle fly
Copecrypta ruficauda is a species of tachinid fly described by Frederik Maurits van der Wulp in 1867. As a member of Tachinidae, it is a parasitoid fly whose larvae develop within other insects. The species is known from the United States and Mexico. Limited observational data exists, with 55 records on iNaturalist suggesting it is encountered infrequently.
Cylindromyia intermedia
Cylindromyia intermedia is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, first described by Meigen in 1824. It is a parasitoid fly, meaning females deposit eggs on or near hosts, with larvae developing as internal parasites of other insects. The species has a notably broad distribution spanning North America and large portions of Eurasia.
Cylindromyia propusilla
Cylindromyia propusilla is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, first described in 1965. It belongs to the subfamily Phasiinae, a group of tachinid flies known for parasitizing true bugs (Hemiptera). The species occurs across North America including Canada, the United States, Mexico, and Cuba. Like other members of its genus, it likely functions as a parasitoid in its life cycle.
Cylindromyia signatipennis
Cylindromyia signatipennis is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, first described by Wulp in 1892. It belongs to the subfamily Phasiinae and tribe Cylindromyiini. The species has been documented in North and Central America.
Deopalpus hirsutus
Deopalpus hirsutus is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, described by Townsend in 1908. The species is known from North America, with records from Canada, the United States, and Mexico. As a tachinid fly, it is presumed to be a parasitoid, though specific host associations for this species remain undocumented. The genus Deopalpus is part of the diverse tribe Tachinini within the subfamily Tachininae.
Dinera grisescens
Dinera grisescens is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It is widely distributed across the Northern Hemisphere, occurring in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. As a member of the Tachinidae family, it is a parasitoid fly, though specific host associations for this species are not well documented. The species was first described by Fallén in 1817.
Drepanoglossa tenuirostris
Drepanoglossa tenuirostris is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, first described by Reinhard in 1939. It belongs to the tribe Leskiini within the subfamily Tachininae. The species is known from North America, with records from Canada and the United States. As a tachinid fly, it is presumed to be parasitoid, though specific host relationships remain undocumented.
Epalpus signifer
Early Tachinid Fly
Epalpus signifer is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, commonly known as the Early Tachinid Fly. It is distributed across North America and is one of the earliest tachinid flies to appear in spring. The species is well-documented through citizen science observations, with over 4,000 records on iNaturalist. As a tachinid, it is presumed to be a parasitoid of other insects, though specific host records for this species are not well established.
Euantha litturata
Euantha litturata is a bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, first described by Olivier in 1811. It belongs to the subfamily Dexiinae and tribe Cordyligastrini. The species has been documented in North America with specific records from the United States, Mexico, and Guatemala.
Eutrixa exilis
Eutrixa exilis is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, first described by Coquillett in 1895. It is found in North America, with records from Canada and the United States. As a tachinid fly, it likely serves as a parasitoid, though specific host associations remain undocumented. The species is rarely observed, with only three records documented on iNaturalist.
Genea aurea
Genea aurea is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, described by James in 1947. It is known from North America, with confirmed records from the United States. As a member of Tachinidae, it is a parasitoid fly, though specific host relationships for this species remain undocumented.
Genea brevirostris
Genea brevirostris is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, first described by James in 1947. The species is known from the United States and represents one of the less documented members of the genus Genea. As a tachinid fly, it likely functions as a parasitoid, though specific host relationships remain unverified. The specific epithet 'brevirostris' refers to a short rostrum or proboscis.
Genea pavonacea
Genea pavonacea is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, described by Reinhard in 1939. It is found in North America. As a tachinid fly, it likely functions as a parasitoid, though specific host relationships have not been documented in the provided sources. The genus Genea is part of the diverse Tachinidae family, which contains numerous species of ecological importance as natural enemies of other insects.
Genea texensis
Genea texensis is a species of bristle fly (Diptera: Tachinidae) native to North America. Originally described as Dejeaniopalpus texensis by Townsend in 1916, it was later transferred to the genus Genea. As a member of the Tachinidae family, it is a parasitoid fly whose larvae develop inside other insects. The species is documented from 21 iNaturalist observations, indicating it is not commonly encountered.
Gnadochaeta metallica
Gnadochaeta metallica is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, a group of parasitoid flies that play important roles in regulating insect populations. The species was originally described by Townsend in 1891 under the name Phasioclista metallica. It is distributed across North America, with records from Canada, the United States, and Mexico. As with other tachinid flies, it likely develops as a parasitoid of other insects, though specific host associations for this species remain poorly documented.
Gonia frontosa
Gonia frontosa is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It was described by Thomas Say in 1829 and is found in North America. As a tachinid fly, it is a parasitoid, with larvae developing inside other insects. The species belongs to the tribe Goniini within the subfamily Exoristinae.
Goniocera io
Goniocera io is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, first described by Aldrich in 1929. The species is known from North America. As a tachinid fly, it is presumed to be a parasitoid, though specific host associations remain undocumented. The genus Goniocera belongs to the tribe Siphonini within the subfamily Tachininae.
Hemyda aurata
Hemyda aurata is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, first described by Robineau-Desvoidy in 1830. The species is distributed across North America including Canada, the United States, and Mexico. As a tachinid fly, it likely functions as a parasitoid, though specific host relationships have not been documented in the available sources. The species is represented by 239 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is encountered with moderate frequency.
Hubneria estigmenensis
Hubneria estigmenensis is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It is recorded from the United States and Canada, with specific occurrence data from Vermont. The species was described by Sellers in 1943.
Icelia triquetra
Icelia triquetra is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It belongs to the tribe Iceliini within the subfamily Tachininae. The species was described by Olivier in 1811. It is known from a limited number of observations and records.
Juriniopsis adusta
Juriniopsis adusta is a species of tachinid bristle fly found across North America. It is a common and widespread member of the family Tachinidae, frequently observed visiting flowers of Ericameria nauseosa (rubber rabbitbrush) in the western United States. The species is one of the most frequently encountered tachinids in this habitat, often appearing in large numbers during late summer and early fall. Its broad distribution spans from southern Canada through the United States and into Mexico, Central America, and northern South America.
Leskia occidentalis
Leskia occidentalis is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It is native to North America. As a tachinid fly, it is presumed to be a parasitoid, though specific host relationships for this species have not been documented in the available literature.
Macromya crocata
Macromya crocata is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It belongs to the tribe Nemoraeini and was described by Reinhard in 1968. The species is found in North America, where it occurs in forested habitats. Like other tachinid flies, it is a parasitoid, though specific host records for this species remain undocumented. Adults are active during late summer and fall, often observed visiting flowers for nectar.
Microphthalma disjuncta
bristle fly
Microphthalma disjuncta is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It is a parasitoid fly native to North America. As with other tachinid flies, it likely develops as a parasitoid of other insects, though specific host records for this species are not well documented in the available literature.
Ormia reinhardi
Ormia reinhardi is a species of tachinid fly (Diptera: Tachinidae) in the tribe Ormiini. The genus Ormia is notable for its parasitoid lifestyle, with females depositing larvae on or near singing crickets and katydids. Ormia reinhardi has been recorded from the United States and Canada. The species was described by Curtis Sabrosky in 1953.
Paradidyma affinis
bristle fly
Paradidyma affinis is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, described by Reinhard in 1934. The species is recorded from North America, with distribution spanning Canada, the United States, and Mexico. As a tachinid fly, it is presumed to be a parasitoid, though specific host relationships and detailed biology remain poorly documented.
Paradidyma bicincta
Paradidyma bicincta is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, a group of parasitoid flies that play important roles in regulating insect populations. The species was described by Reinhard in 1934. Like other tachinid flies, it likely parasitizes other insects, though specific host records for this species remain undocumented. It is found in North America, specifically in the United States and Mexico.
Paradidyma conica
Paradidyma conica is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, first described by Townsend in 1891. It belongs to the tribe Minthoini within the subfamily Tachininae. The species is known from North America, with records from the United States. As a tachinid fly, it is presumed to be a parasitoid, though specific host associations for this species have not been documented in the available literature.
Paradidyma singularis
Paradidyma singularis is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It was originally described by Townsend in 1891 under the basionym Atrophopoda singularis. The species is known from North America. As a member of the Tachinidae family, it is a parasitoid fly, though specific host associations for this species have not been documented.
Pararchytas decisus
Pararchytas decisus is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, a group of parasitoid flies that develop inside other insects. The species was first described by Francis Walker in 1849 under the basionym Tachina decisa. It belongs to the genus Pararchytas, which is placed within the tribe Tachinini and subfamily Tachininae. Records indicate presence in both Mexico and the United States.
Parepalpus flavidus
Parepalpus flavidus is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, described by Coquillett in 1902. It is known from North America. As a tachinid fly, it is likely a parasitoid, though specific host records for this species are not documented in the provided sources.
Phyllophilopsis nitens
Phyllophilopsis nitens is a species of bristle fly (Diptera: Tachinidae) first described by Coquillett in 1899. Originally placed in the genus Chaetona, it was later transferred to Phyllophilopsis. The species is distributed across North America, with records from both Canada and the United States. As a member of the Tachinidae family, it is a parasitoid fly, though specific host relationships and detailed biology remain poorly documented.
Phytomyptera melissopodis
Phytomyptera melissopodis is a species of tachinid bristle fly described by Coquillett in 1897. It belongs to the subfamily Tachininae and tribe Graphogastrini. The species is known from North America, with records from Canada and the United States. As a tachinid fly, it is likely a parasitoid, though specific host associations for this species have not been documented.
Phytomyptera tarsalis
Phytomyptera tarsalis is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It belongs to the subfamily Tachininae and tribe Graphogastrini. The species was described by Daniel William Coquillett in 1895. As a tachinid fly, it is likely an endoparasitoid of other insects, though specific host records for this species have not been documented in the provided sources.
Protodejeania echinata
Protodejeania echinata is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, a family of parasitoid flies commonly known as tachinid flies. The species is known from North America. Like other tachinids, it is presumed to be a parasitoid, though specific host records for this species appear to be limited in the available literature.
Ptilodexia rufipennis
Ptilodexia rufipennis is a species of tachinid fly, a family of parasitoid flies commonly known as bristle flies. The species was described by Macquart in 1844. Like other members of Tachinidae, it is presumed to be an internal parasitoid of other insects, though specific host records for this species appear to be unreported. It is found in North America.
Thelaira americana
Thelaira americana is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It was described by Brooks in 1945. The species belongs to the tribe Thelairini within the subfamily Dexiinae. As a tachinid fly, it is likely a parasitoid of other insects, though specific host records for this species are not well documented.
Xanthomelanodes atripennis
Xanthomelanodes atripennis is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, originally described by Thomas Say in 1829 as Phasia atripennis. The species is found in North America, with documented records from the United States and Mexico. As a member of the subfamily Phasiinae and tribe Trichopodini, it belongs to a group of tachinid flies that are primarily parasitoids. The genus Xanthomelanodes is characterized by distinctive morphological features typical of this tribe.
Xanthomelanodes californicus
Xanthomelanodes californicus is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae, first described by Townsend in 1908. It is found in North America, with distribution records from Canada, the United States, and Mexico. As a tachinid fly, it is likely a parasitoid, though specific host associations for this species remain undocumented in the available literature.
Xanthomelanodes flavipes
Xanthomelanodes flavipes is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It is distributed across North America, specifically in Canada and the United States. As a tachinid fly, it likely functions as a parasitoid, though specific host relationships remain undocumented in the available sources. The species was first described by Coquillett in 1897.
Zelia zonata
Zelia zonata is a species of bristle fly in the family Tachinidae. It was described by Coquillett in 1895. The species is found in North America, with records from Canada and the United States. Like other tachinid flies, it is presumably a parasitoid, though specific host associations for this species remain undocumented.