Agromyzidae

Definition

A family of small flies known as leaf-miner flies, characterized by their habit of laying eggs in plant tissues and having larvae that feed on plant tissue, not sap.

Etymology

From Greek 'agros', meaning 'field', and 'myza', meaning 'fly'.

Example

Agromyzidae are important agricultural pests, causing damage to crops by feeding on plant tissues.

Related Terms

• Leaf-miner flies
• Phytophagous
• Diptera

Usage Notes

Agromyzidae are further divided into two subfamilies, Agromyzinae and Phytomyzinae, based on wing venation.