Polystepha globosa
(Felt, 1909)
Polystepha globosa is a of gall midge in the Cecidomyiidae, a group of small flies known for inducing galls on plants. The species was described by Felt in 1909. Gall midges in this are associated with oak species (Quercus), where larvae develop within plant tissue and cause characteristic gall formations.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Polystepha globosa: //ˌpɒlɪˈstɛfə ɡloʊˈboʊsə//
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Distribution
Recorded from Vermont, United States.
Host Associations
- Quercus - gall inductionLarvae develop within oak tissue causing gall formation
Ecological Role
Induces galls on oak trees, potentially affecting plant growth and serving as a food source for and other gall-associated organisms.