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Ablabesmyia philosphagnos

Ablabesmyia philosphagnos

Canada
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Status
Not Evaluated

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Forest

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
Omnivorous

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
Diurnal

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

Distribution and ecology. The species is known from British Columbia, Ontario and New Brunswick and Pennsylvania to North Carolina, Mississippi and Florida (Roback 1985: 176, Oliver et al. 1990: 10; Hudson et al. 1990: 4; Epler 2003, 2010; Caldwell 2009; Ashe & O’Connor 2009: 123).
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Ablabesmyia philosphagnos is officially designated as Not Evaluated. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to forest, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of diverse organic matter. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a its natural cycle activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Ablabesmyia philosphagnos.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeCanada
Habitat RangeForest
Lifespan
StatusData Deficient
ScientificAblabesmyia philosphagnos
Registry Info
LifespanUnknown
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyChironomidae
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