Seasonal abundance of Diachlorus ferrugatus (Diptera: Tabanidae) in north Florida

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:1994
Authors:J. E. Cilek, Ansell, W., Medrano, G.
Journal:Journal of the Florida Mosquito Control Association
Volume:65
Pagination:45-48
Date Published:1994
Keywords:Diachlorus ferrugatus, Florida, Survey, Tabanidae, USA
Abstract:

Diachlorus ferrugatus is a tabanid that readily attacks man in north Florida, USA. CDC miniature light traps baited with dry ice (carbon dioxide) were used to collect D. ferrugatus adults in Bay County during 1992 and 1993 and Flagler County during 1993. Peak abundance of this species occurred from 25 May to 8 June in Bay County for 1992 and for 1993 from 4 to 18 June. In Flagler County, the peak populations of D. ferrugatus occurred from 4 to 18 June.

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