Chirosia filicis

(Huckett, 1949)

root-maggot fly

Chirosia filicis is a of root-maggot fly in the Anthomyiidae, described by Huckett in 1949. The species belongs to a whose larvae are associated with ferns and other plants. It has been recorded in the northeastern United States, particularly Vermont.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Chirosia filicis: /kaɪˈroʊziə ˈfɪlɪsɪs/

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Distribution

Recorded from Vermont, United States. Distribution records in GBIF indicate occurrence in the US, though specific localities beyond Vermont are not well documented.

Host Associations

  • ferns - larval The specific epithet 'filicis' (Latin for 'of ferns') and -level associations suggest larval development in fern tissues, though direct observation for this is not documented.

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Etymology

The specific epithet 'filicis' derives from Latin, meaning 'of ferns,' indicating the presumed association of this with fern .

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