I thought it was a hatch, but Abu came to play

you came all the way here on the 5th floor.

Recently, a rare customer appeared

When I talked to the real estate company in the past, it was said that bugs do not come much on the 5th floor or higher, but it is not so

It seems to be a very beneficial insect

I'Ve always been bad with caterpillars 😱😱😱

But it seems that this child protects the plant from aphids

Pollinating and sipping aphids and juveniles

It seems that the politician's old man's chew chew is a big deal, but it does not kill the plant and it is a little dense

It is a beneficial insect that protects ecological circulation ✨ ✨ ✨

Adults are mainly active during the day, visiting various types of Hana to ingest nectar and pollen. They tend to prefer Hana, which is a collection of small Hana, such as Asteraceae, Asperaceae, and Brassicaceae. By flying from Hana to Hana, they also act as pollinators to help pollinate plants.

They are good at hovering, not only to suck Hana's nectar efficiently, but also to escape from natural enemies, claim territory, and search for spouses. It can be said that hovering skillfully even on windy days is a master of small flying.

2. Larvae are aphid hunters!

The most noteworthy aspect of the ecology of the fly is the eating habits of its larvae. The larvae of the fly are known as natural enemies that specialize in preying on aphids (Arimaki).

Spawning: Adult females choose to lay their eggs close to an aphid colony. A female can lay hundreds of eggs during her lifetime. The eggs are milky white, long and thin, and can be laid one by one, or several, on the leaves and stems of plants that are attached to the aphids.

Larvae morphology and predation: Larvae that hatch from eggs are shaped like maggots without legs. The body color is light green or yellow green, and because it is semi-transparent, the body color may change with the body fluid of the predatory aphids. It does not have eyes or legs, but it looks for aphids while shaking its head from side to side and sucks body fluids with a sharp mouth. It is said that the number of aphids that prey on a larva grows from hundreds to more than 1000, and its predatory ability is very high.

The role of beneficial insects in agriculture: Aphids are a major pest for many crops and horticultural plants. Not only do they suck on plant juice and inhibit growth, they can also transmit plant viral diseases. The larvae of the Aphid fly are very important as "biological pesticides" or "indigenous natural enemies" that contribute to reducing the use of pesticides because they eat this aphid efficiently.

3. Life cycle

Animals and plants

The life cycle of the Phalaenopsis is a complete metamorphosis of eggs, larvae, pupae and adults.

Egg period: A few days.

Larval stage: About 1 to 2 weeks. During this time, it grows by repeating molting several times.

Pupa period: 1 week to 10 days. Mature larvae become pupae on the back of leaves and stems. The pupae are teardrop-shaped, initially green, but gradually change to brown.

Adult period: several weeks.

Depending on the climatic conditions, it is believed that the Phalaenopsis repeats several generations a year. In warm regions, outbreaks are observed continuously from spring to late autumn. Overwintering is often carried out mainly in the form of larvae or pupae, but in warmer regions it seems that they may also overwinter in adults.

Friends of Hoso Hirata Abu ~ Similar Hirata Abu ~

There are many kinds of Hirata Abu, and there are several closely related species similar to Hirata Abu. Representative examples include the following species.

Sphaerophoria philanthus (Sphaerophoria philanthus): It is very similar to Sphaerophoria philanthus, but is distinguished by the shape of the yellow band on the abdomen and the shape of the ventral tip of the male. It tends to be slightly smaller than Sphaerophoria philanthus.

Eupeodes corollae: A slightly thicker body, the yellow spots on the abdomen are often cut off and look like a pair of dots.

Namihirataab (Syrphus ribesii): It is one of the most common hirataab, and is thicker than Hosohirataab, with a distinct yellow band on the abdomen.

Distinguishing these species requires close observation of the pattern of abdominal spots and the shape of the male mating apparatus, but accurate identification in the field can be difficult.

Our Relationship with Hirata Abu ~ Benefits as Beneficial Insects ~

Hosohirataab is a beneficial insect that brings many benefits to us humans.

Agriculture and horticulture allies: The larvae feed on aphids in large quantities, so they play an important role in agrochemical-free pest management (IPM). Even in home gardening and gardening, if you see a larva of Phalaenopsis larvae when aphids occur, it is proof that a reliable helper has come.

Pollination: Adults fly around the Hana, carrying pollen when they eat nectar and pollen, helping to pollinate plants. This also contributes to maintaining the ecosystem and fruiting crops.

Environmental Indicators Insects: Dogtooth flies, such as the Dogtooth fly, live in diverse environments and are relatively sensitive to environmental changes. Therefore, they can be an indicator of the biodiversity and environmental status of the area.

Let's observe the Hosohirataab!

Hosohata flies are relatively easy to find in our immediate environment.

Animals and plants

Observation Points: Look for sunny grasslands, places where various Hana flowers are in bloom, and around plants where aphids are growing. Especially on sunny days from spring to autumn, you will be able to observe the active activity.

Tips for Observation:

If you see a hovering figure, approach it gently. If you don't surprise them, they may continue hovering in the same place for a while.

If you look carefully on the back of the leaves of plants with many aphids, you may find larvae and pupae.

It is also interesting to try taking pictures. It is a little difficult to capture while hovering, but it is relatively easy to shoot when sucking Hana honey.

[Notes]

Although it resembles a bee, it does not have a poisonous needle and does not sting people. It is not aggressive, so you can observe it with confidence. However, be careful not to mistake it for other insects (especially bees).

Summary ~ Let's protect the small hero, Hosohirata Abu ~

Not only its cute appearance but also as a beneficial insect that preys on aphids and as a pollinator, it is an important insect that greatly contributes to our lives and ecosystems.

In recent years, there are concerns that the number of beneficial insects is decreasing due to the deterioration of the habitat environment and the use of pesticides. It is important to be interested in the natural environment around us and to protect the environment where small creatures such as Hosohirataab can live, such as refraining from the use of pesticides.

Next time you see the Phalaenopsis japonicus, why don't you warmly watch the figure working hard with its small body and think about the big role they play? Surely, the depth of nature and symbiosis with small creatures

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