Agromyza alnivora
Spencer, 1969
alder leafminer fly
Agromyza alnivora is a leaf-mining fly in the Agromyzidae, described by Spencer in 1969. The is associated with alder (Alnus) as its plant, as indicated by its specific epithet. Like other members of the , the larvae create serpentine or blotch mines within leaf tissue. The species is documented from North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Agromyza alnivora: /æɡroʊˈmaɪzə ælˈnɪvərə/
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Distribution
North America; associated with alder (Alnus) plants.
Host Associations
- Alnus - larval plantSpecific epithet and name indicate association with alder; typical of Agromyza leafminers to be -specific.
Similar Taxa
- Agromyza alnibetulaeAlso associated with Alnus; distinguished by mine and larval characteristics requiring examination.
- Other Agromyza species on BetulaceaeSeveral mine leaves of birch plants; precise identification requires examination of male genitalia and mine patterns.