Acridomyia
Stackelberg, 1929
Species Guides
1Acridomyia is a of flies in the Anthomyiidae, established by Stackelberg in 1929. The genus is native to Eurasia and contains parasitic that attack grasshoppers (Acrididae). A. sacharovi has been investigated as a potential agent for in North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Acridomyia: //æˈkrɪdəʊˌmiːə//
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Distribution
Eurasia (native range). Laboratory studies have tested suitability on North American grasshopper .
Host Associations
- Acrididae (grasshoppers) - A. sacharovi tested on selected North American grasshopper for suitability
Behavior
Parasitic lifestyle. in this act as of grasshoppers.
Ecological Role
Potential agent for .
Human Relevance
Investigated for use in of pests.
Similar Taxa
- Blaesoxipha lineataAlso a Eurasian parasitic fly (Diptera) tested alongside A. sacharovi for ; belongs to Sarcophagidae rather than Anthomyiidae.