Hybolasioptera elymi
Gagné, 1969
Hybolasioptera elymi is a of in the , described by Gagné in 1969. It belongs to the Hybolasioptera, a group of -forming associated with grasses. The specific epithet 'elymi' suggests an association with Elymus, a genus of wild rye grasses. As with many gall midges, its biology is likely tied to manipulation for larval development.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hybolasioptera elymi: /ˌhaɪboʊˌlæsiˈɒptərə ˈɛlɪmaɪ/
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Host Associations
- Elymus - probable Specific epithet suggests association; typical for