Larvae of midges and flies (Diptera) developing on common reed (Phragmites australis): review and key

E.P. Nartshuk

Proceedings of the Zoological Institute RAS, 2011, 315(3): 317–351   ·   https://doi.org/10.31610/trudyzin/2011.315.3.317

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Abstract

A key and review are provided for the larvae of Diptera (35 species in 8 families) associated with common reed (Phragmites australis) in Europe. Separation of resources and ecological niches of species are discussed.

Key words

flies, larvae, common reed, phytophages, Diptera, Phragmites australis

Submitted March 30, 2009  ·  Accepted August 31, 2011  ·  Published September 23, 2011

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