A dichotomous key to the 85 species of pest dacine fruit flies of the World (Diptera: Tephritidae: Dacini)

Abstract

An illustrated key, enhanced with navigation hyperlinks, is provided to identify the 85 known pest species of Dacini (Diptera: Tephritidae). An annotated species checklist, with color photographic plates, includes information on distribution, male lure, pest status, and references to previously published descriptions and illustrations.

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