Aglaomyia gatineau
Vockeroth, 1980
Aglaomyia gatineau is a of fungus gnat in the Mycetophilidae, described by Vockeroth in 1980. It belongs to the Aglaomyia within the Gnoristinae. The species is known from very few observations, with only two records documented in iNaturalist. Like other members of Mycetophilidae, the larvae likely develop in association with fungi.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Aglaomyia gatineau: /əˌɡleɪoʊˈmaɪə ˈɡætɪnoʊ/
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Distribution
The specific epithet "gatineau" suggests a possible association with the Gatineau region of Quebec, Canada, though this is speculative. The has been recorded in at least two observations according to iNaturalist data.
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Taxonomic Note
Aglaomyia gatineau was described by John R. Vockeroth in 1980. Vockeroth was a Canadian dipterist who made significant contributions to the of fungus gnats and other Diptera.
Data Deficiency
This appears to be rarely encountered or underreported, with minimal observational data available in public databases. The Aglaomyia contains few described species, and many remain poorly known.