New data on Platypezidae and Opetiidae (Diptera) of Finland

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:2006
Authors:Ståhls, G., Kahanpää J.
Journal:Sahlbergia
Volume:11
Pagination:1–6
Keywords:Agathomyia, diptera, Finland, Platypezidae, Platypezina
Abstract:

<p>Six species of flatfooted flies, Platypezidae, are reported as new to Finland based on authors investigations during years 2003-2005. Detailed information of Finnish records as well as data on host fungus association and habitat of adults are given. This study reports the first confirmed breeding record for Agathomyia lundbecki from Inonotus radiatus, and recorded Platypezina connexa repeatedly as bred from strongly decayed and softened trunk of spruce.</p>

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