Japanagromyza viridula

(Coquillett, 1902)

Oak Shothole Leafminer

Japanagromyza viridula is a leaf-mining fly in the Agromyzidae, commonly known as the oak shothole leafminer. The is native to North America and has been recorded from Canada and the United States. As a , its larvae feed internally within oak leaves, creating distinctive feeding patterns. The species was originally described as Agromyza viridula by Coquillett in 1902 and later transferred to the Japanagromyza.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Japanagromyza viridula: //dʒəˌpænəˈɡrɒmɪzə vɪˈrɪdʒʊlə//

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Habitat

Associated with oak (Quercus) plants. Specific requirements beyond host presence are not documented.

Distribution

Canada and the United States. Specific distribution records include Vermont.

Diet

Larvae are leaf miners on oak (Quercus spp.), feeding internally within leaf tissue. likely feed on nectar or other liquid sources, though this is not explicitly documented.

Host Associations

  • Quercus - primary Larvae mine within oak leaves

Ecological Role

As a , larvae create internal feeding galleries in oak leaves. The ecological significance of this feeding damage in natural is not well documented.

Human Relevance

The "oak shothole leafminer" suggests potential association with cosmetic damage to oak foliage, though economic impact is not documented.

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