Fungus gnat larvae glowing to attract prey into sticky web trap
Fungus gnat (Arachnocampa luminosa)
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Facts – Fungus gnat
| Kingdom | Animalia |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Arthropoda |
| Class | Insecta |
| Order | Diptera |
| Family | Keroplatidae |
| Genus | Arachnocampa (1) |
Status – Fungus gnat
Not yet classified on the IUCN Red List.
Description – Fungus gnat
Information on the fungus gnat is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.
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References
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The Diptera Site (April, 2010)
http://www.diptera.org/
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Fungus gnat larvae glowing to attract prey into sticky web trap
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