Calycomyza durantae

Spencer, 1973

Calycomyza durantae is a of leaf-mining fly in the Agromyzidae, described by Spencer in 1973. The Calycomyza contains numerous species that are specialized miners of Asteraceae leaves. Like other members of this genus, C. durantae likely produces serpentine or blotch mines in plant foliage. The species epithet suggests an association with plants in the genus Duranta (Verbenaceae), though this relationship requires verification.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Calycomyza durantae: /ˌkælɪkoʊˈmaɪzə djuˈrænti/

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