Leaf-Miner Flies

Pronunciation
/LEAF-MINER FLIES/
Category
Behavior
Singular
Leaf-Miner Fly
Plural
Leaf-Miner Flies

Definition

A family of small flies (Agromyzidae) that are known for their leaf mining habits. Larvae feed internally on plant tissue, creating distinctive mines.

Etymology

From the activity of the larvae that 'mine' leaves, creating visible trails or 'mines' on the foliage.

Example

Leaf-miner flies cause damage to crops by feeding on leaves and stems.

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