Dasineurini
Dasineurini is a tribe of () containing numerous that induce on plants. Members are small, delicate whose develop within tissues, causing characteristic growth deformities. The tribe includes economically significant pests such as those affecting wheat and other .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dasineurini: /ˌdæsɪˈnjʊərɪnaɪ/
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Identification
Dasineurini can be distinguished from other tribes primarily by larval and associations; are minute with reduced typical of the .
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Habitat
Associated with terrestrial vegetation across diverse ; presence indicated by formations on plants.
Distribution
distribution with documented across multiple continents.
Diet
feed on tissue within ; specific associations vary by .
Life Cycle
with , larval, pupal, and stages; develop inside .
Behavior
induce formation on plants, living protected within tissue until .
Ecological Role
Act as ; formation modifies plant growth and may affect plant .
Human Relevance
Includes agricultural pests such as the wheat blossom (Sitodiplosis mosellana), causing to cereal .
Similar Taxa
- CecidomyiiniBoth are tribes within Cecidomyiinae; Dasineurini often distinguished by and larval , though boundaries between tribes require examination.
- LasiopteriniAnother tribe with -forming ; Dasineurini typically associated with different groups and gall structures.