Caryomyia eumaris is a gall midge in the Cecidomyiidae, described by Gagné in 2008. It belongs to a specialized in inducing galls on hickory and pecan trees (Carya species). Like other members of Caryomyia, this species is associated with nut-bearing Carya . The species is documented in the southeastern United States based on iNaturalist observations.
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Distribution
Southeastern United States. Documented observations are concentrated in this region based on iNaturalist records.
Host Associations
- Carya - gall induction-level association inferred from genus ; specific for C. eumaris not explicitly documented
Ecological Role
Induces galls on plants, potentially affecting nut development and tree physiology.
Similar Taxa
- Caryomyia caryaecolaAlso induces galls on Carya ; distinguished by gall and tissue specificity
- Caryomyia persicoidesAnother Carya-associated gall midge; requires examination of gall structure and pupal characteristics for separation