Local feeder (Diptera: Cecidomyiidae) in rhizomes of Asarum [0083]
| Order | Diptera |
|---|---|
| Family | Cecidomyiidae[L] |
| Lower taxon | Neolasioptera sp. |
| No. spp. involved | One confirmed [1-C] |
| Feeding mode | Local feeder in rhizome |
| Host plant | Wild ginger, Asarum canadense (Aristolochiaceae) |
Several larvae of this cecidomyiid were found in blackened chambers inside rhizomes of the host. There was no immediately obvious external sign of the larvae's presence. Specimens were shared with Ray Gagné, who determined them to be a species of Neolasioptera, a first for this host.
IMG#: 0083-01
Rhizome of host with cecidomyiid larvae within. (Photo date: August 23, 2021)
IMG#: 0083-02
Two cecidomyiid larvae in cocoons in wild ginger rhizome.
IMG#: 0083-03
Larva in cocoon in rhizome.
IMG#: 0083-04
Closeup of larva in cocoon in rhizome.
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Larva in cocoon.
IMG#: 0083-06
Larva in cocoon. Millimeter ruler for scale.Specimen data for images
Field photo taken 08/23/21 (01); coll. 08/23/21, photos same day (02-06).
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