Pegomya bicolor

(Wiedemann, 1817)

Pegomya bicolor is a of root-maggot fly in the Anthomyiidae. It is distributed across the Palearctic region, with confirmed records from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. The species is associated with several plants in the Rumex and Persicaria virginiana.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Pegomya bicolor: /ˌpɛɡoʊˈmaɪə bɪˈkɔːlɔr/

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Distribution

Palearctic region. Confirmed present in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

Diet

Larvae have been observed feeding on roots of Persicaria virginiana, Rumex acetosa, Rumex acetosella, Rumex conglomeratus, Rumex crispus, and Rumex obtusifolius.

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