Microsporidian-host
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Apomyelois
knot-horn moths
Apomyelois is a genus of small pyralid moths in the subfamily Phycitinae, established by Carl Heinrich in 1956. The genus contains approximately six described species with notably divergent ecologies: some are agricultural pests of stored products and fruit crops, while others are specialized fungus-feeders in woodland habitats. Taxonomic boundaries remain contested, particularly regarding the placement of the carob moth, which some authorities classify as Ectomyelois ceratoniae.
Chrysomela scripta
cottonwood leaf beetle
Chrysomela scripta, the cottonwood leaf beetle, is a leaf beetle in the family Chrysomelidae that feeds on Populus species, particularly cottonwoods and hybrid poplars. It is native to North and Central America and has been documented as a significant pest of poplar plantations. The species completes multiple generations per year in temperate regions, with development strongly influenced by temperature. It is subject to biological control by predators and parasitoids, and serves as host to the microsporidian parasite Nosema scripta.
Culiseta incidens
Cool Weather Mosquito, Cold Weather Mosquito
Culiseta incidens, commonly known as the cool weather mosquito, is a species of mosquito in the family Culicidae. It is notable for its activity during cooler periods, distinguishing it from many warm-weather mosquito species. The species has been documented as a host for the microsporidian parasite Amblyospora campbelli, which exhibits a complex two-host life cycle involving an obligatory intermediate copepod host. Research has demonstrated that larvae and pupae of this species exhibit circadian rhythms in spontaneous locomotor activity, with peak activity occurring during the light phase.
Scatopse notata
Black Compost Fly
Scatopse notata is a minute dipteran in the family Scatopsidae, commonly known as the Black Compost Fly. The species occurs across the Palearctic region and has been recorded from isolated subantarctic islands including South Georgia and Amsterdam Island. Larvae develop in decomposing organic matter and serve as hosts for the microsporidian parasite Plistophora scatopsi, which infects the mid-gut epithelium across all life stages.