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Nettle Pouch Gall Midge

Dasineura urticae

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Diptera ›Family: Cecidomyiidae ›Genus: Dasineura

About

The nettle pouch gall develops in leaf veins, leaf petioles, flower stalks and sometimes the stem of Urtica dioica and Urtica urens. This structure is caused by the gall midge or gnat Dasineura urticae, also spelled Dasyneura urticae. Synonyms are Perrisia urticae and Cecidomyia urticae.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nettle Pouch Gall Midge?
The scientific name of Nettle Pouch Gall Midge is Dasineura urticae.
What kingdom does Nettle Pouch Gall Midge belong to?
Nettle Pouch Gall Midge belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Nettle Pouch Gall Midge belong to?
Nettle Pouch Gall Midge belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Nettle Pouch Gall Midge belong to?
Nettle Pouch Gall Midge belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Nettle Pouch Gall Midge belong to?
Nettle Pouch Gall Midge belongs to the order Diptera.
What family does Nettle Pouch Gall Midge belong to?
Nettle Pouch Gall Midge belongs to the family Cecidomyiidae.
What genus does Nettle Pouch Gall Midge belong to?
Nettle Pouch Gall Midge belongs to the genus Dasineura.