Brontaea

Kowarz, 1873

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Brontaea is a of muscid flies comprising approximately five described . Species in this genus have been documented in association with bovine in pasture environments, where they serve as for . The genus has recorded distribution in Europe (Denmark, Norway) and South America (Brazil).

Brontaea delecta by (c) Even Dankowicz, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Even Dankowicz. Used under a CC-BY license.Brontaea humilis by (c) Michael Knapp, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Michael Knapp. Used under a CC-BY license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Brontaea: //brɒnˈtiːə//

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Habitat

Pasture environments; specifically associated with bovine .

Distribution

Europe: Denmark, Norway. South America: Goiânia, Goiás, Brazil.

Host Associations

  • Spalangia drosophilae - of pupae; 33.7% rate observed in Brontaea debilis in Brazil

Life Cycle

Pupal stage has been recovered from bovine in field studies.

Ecological Role

Serves as for in the Pteromalidae.

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