Dentifibula

Felt, 1908

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Dentifibula is a of gall midges in the Cecidomyiidae, established by Felt in 1908. As members of this family, in this genus are likely associated with plant galls, though specific biological details remain poorly documented. The genus is rarely encountered and has received limited taxonomic or ecological study.

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  • CecidomyiidaeDentifibula is distinguished from other gall midge primarily by genitalic and antennal characters used in cecidomyiid , though specific diagnostic features for Dentifibula require examination.

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