Neolasioptera lathami

Gagné, 1971

Neolasioptera lathami is a in the , described by Gagné in 1971. The species is associated with goldenrod (Solidago) plants, where it induces stem . It has been documented in 745 iNaturalist observations, indicating moderate public awareness and detectability. As a member of Neolasioptera, it belongs to a of gall midges specialized on asteraceous plants.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Neolasioptera lathami: //ˌniː.oʊˌleɪ.siˈɒp.tə.rə ˈlæθ.ə.maɪ//

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Host Associations

  • Solidago - induces stem on goldenrod

Similar Taxa

  • Neolasioptera solidaginisAlso a goldenrod stem ; differentiation requires examination of and
  • Eurosta solidaginisAnother goldenrod (), but produces larger, more spherical galls with distinct larval chambers

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