The genus Keilbachia Mohrig from Mainland China, with descriptions of two new species (Diptera, Sciaridae)
2010
New Species of Keilbachia from Mainland China
Sample size: 7
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Zhang Su-Jiong, Huang Junhao, Wu Hong, Wang Yi-ping
Primary Institution: Zhejiang A & F University
Conclusion
The study describes two new species of the genus Keilbachia and reports five species for the first time from China.
Supporting Evidence
- Seven species of Keilbachia were recognized from Mainland China.
- Two new species, Keilbachia fengyangensis and Keilbachia subacumina, were described.
- Five species were reported for the first time from China.
Takeaway
Scientists found two new types of tiny flies in China and also discovered five other types that were not known to live there before.
Methodology
Specimens were collected by sweeping in the field, preserved in ethanol, and examined under microscopes.
Limitations
The biology of the species remains unknown.
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