Winnertzia solidaginis
Felt, 1907
Winnertzia solidaginis is a of in the , described by Felt in 1907. It is found in Europe, with confirmed records from Norway and Sweden. The specific epithet "solidaginis" indicates an association with goldenrod (Solidago), though the precise nature of this relationship has not been documented in detail. Like other members of Cecidomyiidae, it is presumed to have a larval stage that develops in association with tissue.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Winnertzia solidaginis: //wɪˈnɛrtsiə ˌsɒlɪˈdeɪdʒɪnɪs//
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Distribution
Recorded from Europe, specifically Norway and Sweden.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- Catalogue of Life
- Unforeseen Trophic Interactions in Ag Systems: What-Eats-What in the Food Chain | Bug Squad
- Eurosta-solidaginis - Entomology Today
- Eurosta solidaginis Archives - Entomology Today
- How Some Insects Turn Plants Into Pollution Detectors
- Rare Form of Fat Allows Flies to Survive at -80° Celsius
- goldenrod gall - Entomology Today