Two new species of Simulium (Gomphostilbia) (Diptera, Simuliidae) from Peninsular Malaysia, with keys to Peninsular Malaysian members of the Simulium ceylonicum species-group
2011
Two New Species of Black Flies from Malaysia
Sample size: 8
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): H. Takaoka, M. Sofian-Azirun, R. Hashim, Z. Ya’cob
Primary Institution: Institute of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Conclusion
Two new species of black flies were identified and described based on specimens collected in Peninsular Malaysia.
Supporting Evidence
- Two new species were described based on morphological characteristics.
- Keys to identify members of the ceylonicum species-group were provided.
- The new species were collected from specific habitats in Peninsular Malaysia.
Takeaway
Scientists found two new types of black flies in Malaysia, and they look different from each other and from other known species.
Methodology
The species were described based on reared adult, pupal, and larval specimens collected from various locations in Peninsular Malaysia.
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