European cherry fruit fly

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found across Europe (7 countries) and North America (United States).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (artrópode)

Class

Insecta (inseto)

Order

Diptera (Mosca)

Family

Tephritidae

Genus

Rhagoletis

Species

Rhagoletis cerasi (European cherry fruit fly)

Names in Other Languages

German Kirschfruchtfliege

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Fruit fly

Rhagoletis meigenii

Least Concern

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Cherry Fruit Fly

Rhagoletis cingulata

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European cherry fruit fly?

The scientific name of European cherry fruit fly is Rhagoletis cerasi. It belongs to the genus Rhagoletis.

What is the conservation status of European cherry fruit fly?

European cherry fruit fly (Rhagoletis cerasi) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does European cherry fruit fly live?

European cherry fruit fly is found in Found across Europe (7 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, France, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States.

What family does European cherry fruit fly belong to?

European cherry fruit fly (Rhagoletis cerasi) belongs to the genus Rhagoletis, which is part of the taxonomic family Tephritidae.

Is European cherry fruit fly endangered?

No, European cherry fruit fly (Rhagoletis cerasi) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does European cherry fruit fly belong to?

European cherry fruit fly (Rhagoletis cerasi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of European cherry fruit fly?

The closest relatives of European cherry fruit fly in the genus Rhagoletis include Fruit fly, Cherry Fruit Fly.