Neolasioptera clematidis

(Felt, 1907)

Neolasioptera clematidis is a in the , first described by Felt in 1907. The specific epithet 'clematidis' suggests an association with plants in the Clematis. As with other gall midges, this species likely induces formation on plants.

Neolasioptera clematidis gall by Bruce Cook. Used under a CC0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Neolasioptera clematidis: //ˌniːoʊˌlæsiˈɒptərə klɪˈmætɪdɪs//

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Distribution

Recorded from Vermont, United States. Additional distribution records indicate presence in the United States generally.

Host Associations

  • Clematis - probable Specific epithet 'clematidis' indicates association with this , though and specific unconfirmed

Similar Taxa

  • Other Neolasioptera speciesCongeneric may form similar on related plants; identification requires examination of gall , larval features, or
  • Other Cecidomyiidae gall midges on ClematisMultiple may utilize Clematis ; specific structure and location on aid differentiation

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