Greenomyia
Brunetti, 1912
Greenomyia is a of fungus gnats in the Mycetophilidae, established by Brunetti in 1912. The genus contains at least two described : G. borealis and G. baikalica. Records indicate presence in and temperate regions of Europe and North America, with distribution data available from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.
Pronunciation
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Identification
Members of Greenomyia can be distinguished from other Mycetophilidae by features associated with the tribe Leiini. Specific diagnostic characters for this genus require examination of specimens and are best confirmed through reference to original descriptions.
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Habitat
and temperate forest environments. Associated with fungal typical of Mycetophilidae.
Distribution
Europe and Northern America. Confirmed records from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.
Similar Taxa
- Other Leiini generaShares Leiinae and tribe Leiini; differentiation requires detailed morphological examination
- Other Mycetophilidae generaSimilar size and general habitus; identification relies on specific wing venation and genitalic characters