Morphology of alimentary and reproductive tracts of the rodent bot fly, <i>Cuterebra tenebrosa</i> (Diptera: Cuterebridae)

Authors

  • Craig R. Baird Department of Entomology University of Idaho, Moscow, ID
  • Roger D. Akre Department of Entomology Washington State University Pullman, WA

Keywords:

rodent bot fly, <i>Cuterebra tenebrosa</i>, Diptera, Cuterebridae

Abstract

The internal reproductive and alimentary structures of <i>Cuterebra tenebrosa</i> Coquillett were studied and compared to other calypterate flies. Well defined mouth parts are present. Paired lingual salivary glands extend horizontally almost to the abdomen: however, labial salivary glands were not found. The alimentary canal is complete in female flies, whereas males lack a crop. Females have three spherical spermathecae opening in to the upper portion of the genital chamber. Male reproductive structures are similar to those in other flies. Tracheal air sacs fill one-third to one-half of the abdomen.

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Published

2019-08-28