Dioxyna picciola

(Bigot, 1857)

Dioxyna picciola is a of fruit fly in the Tephritidae. It is known to feed on members of the Asteraceae family. The species occurs across North America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Dioxyna picciola: //daɪˈɒksɪnə pɪkˈsiːoʊlə//

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Distribution

Canada, United States, Rica, Bermuda, and the West Indies.

Diet

Feeds on a wide variety of Asteraceae.

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