Species of the genus Thressa Walker, 1860 from China (Diptera, Chloropidae)
2011
New Species of Thressa from China
publication
Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Xiao-Yan Liu, Ding Yang, Emilia P. Nartshuk
Primary Institution: China Agricultural University
Conclusion
Four new species of the genus Thressa have been described from China, along with one species recorded for the first time in the country.
Supporting Evidence
- Four new species were described: Thressa bimaculata, Thressa daiyunshana, Thressa foliacea, and Thressa longimaculata.
- One species, Thressa flavior, was recorded from China for the first time.
- A key to the species of Thressa from China was provided.
Takeaway
Scientists found four new types of tiny flies in China and noted one type that was previously unknown there.
Methodology
Specimens were studied and illustrated using a ZEISS Stemi 2000–c, and genitalic preparations were made using warm 10% NaOH.
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