Gall gnat

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States.

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Diptera (Diptera)

Family

Cecidomyiidae

Genus

Lestremia

Species

Lestremia leucophaea (Gall gnat)

Similar Species in Lestremia

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Gall midge

Lestremia cinerea

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gall gnat?

The scientific name of Gall gnat is Lestremia leucophaea. It belongs to the genus Lestremia.

Where does Gall gnat live?

Gall gnat is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Gall gnat belong to?

Gall gnat (Lestremia leucophaea) belongs to the genus Lestremia, which is part of the taxonomic family Cecidomyiidae.

What kingdom does Gall gnat belong to?

Gall gnat (Lestremia leucophaea) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Gall gnat?

The closest relatives of Gall gnat in the genus Lestremia include Gall midge.